February weather forecastHelena, MT
February
Weather in February
Similar to January, February continues to experience cold and snowy weather. The dipping temperature, from 30.4°F (-0.9°C) in January to 29.7°F (-1.3°C), signifies the nippy nature of this month. In addition, Helena sees an increase in snowfall with an average of 6.18" (157mm). This makes February the month with the highest snowfall for Helena, creating an ideal scenery for snow enthusiasts. However, the end of February often heralds the beginning of a transition into spring.Temperature
The initiation of February in Helena records an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. Helena records an average nighttime low of 14.7°F (-9.6°C) in February.Humidity
In February, the average relative humidity is 83%.Rainfall
In Helena, Montana, in February, during 7.4 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123.7 rainfall days, and 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall in Helena is February, when snow falls for 16.2 days and typically aggregates up to 6.18" (157mm) of snow.Daylight
In Helena, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 21min.On the first day of February in Helena, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:13 pm MST.
Sunshine
In Helena, Montana, the average sunshine in February is 6h.UV index
February is the month with the lowest UV index in Helena, Montana, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in February, converts into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Helena, MT
- Average high temperature in February: 29.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.7°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 14.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (14.2°F).
Average pressure in February
Helena, MT
- Average pressure in February: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Helena, MT
- Average wind speed in February: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in February
Helena, MT
- Average humidity in February: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (46%).
Average rainfall in February
Helena, MT
- Average rainfall in February: 0.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.63").
Average rainfall days in February
Helena, MT
- Average rainfall days in February: 7.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7 days).
Average snowfall in February
Helena, MT
- Average snowfall in February: 6.18"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Helena, MT
- Average snowfall days in February: 16.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Helena, MT
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in February: 6h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in February
Helena, MT
- Average sunshine days in February: 10.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.8 days).
Average UV index in February
Helena, MT
- Average UV index in February: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in February
Helena, MT
- Average cloud cover in February: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in February
Helena, MT
- Average visibility in February: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).
