February weather forecastColstrip, MT
February
Weather in February
As February rolls into Colstrip, it brings a slight relief from the winter chill. However, it still ranks as the month with the highest amount of snowfall at 4.33" (110mm), spanning over 10.4 days. The gradual increase in daylight and sunshine hours in comparison to January makes this time a tad sunnier. This does not necessarily translate into warmth as temperatures remain firmly in the cold spectrum. Although the conditions could be severe, the month experiences the less gusty winds compared to the rest of the year.Temperature
The arrival of February sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. An average temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C) is recorded during the nights in February.Humidity
The average relative humidity in February is 79%.Rainfall
In February, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout February, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 113.9 rainfall days, and 14.84" (377mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 4.33" (110mm) of snow.Daylight
In Colstrip, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 24min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 5:52 pm MST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 5h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in February translates into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Colstrip, MT
- Average high temperature in February: 31.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.4°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 16.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).
Average pressure in February
Colstrip, MT
- Average pressure in February: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Colstrip, MT
- Average wind speed in February: 8.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).
Average humidity in February
Colstrip, MT
- Average humidity in February: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).
Average rainfall in February
Colstrip, MT
- Average rainfall in February: 0.63"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.47").
Average rainfall days in February
Colstrip, MT
- Average rainfall days in February: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in February
Colstrip, MT
- Average snowfall in February: 4.33"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Colstrip, MT
- Average snowfall days in February: 10.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Colstrip, MT
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in February: 5h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in February
Colstrip, MT
- Average sunshine days in February: 16.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).
Average UV index in February
Colstrip, MT
- Average UV index in February: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Colstrip, MT
- Average cloud cover in February: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in February
Colstrip, MT
- Average visibility in February: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
