February weather forecast
Alpena, SD

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another freezing cold month in Alpena, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and an average low of 12°F (-11.1°C).

Temperature

The advent of February reveals an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C), showing minimal difference from the prior month. During the month of February, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 12°F (-11.1°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity in Alpena is 82%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 1.8 days. Throughout February, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 101.8 rainfall days, and 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Alpena are January through April, October through December. February is the month with the most snowfall in Alpena, South Dakota. Snow falls for 8.6 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 29min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Alpena, South Dakota, the average sunshine in February is 5.3h.

UV index

In Alpena, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in February transforms into the following instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Alpena in February?

February temperatures in Alpena vary between a high-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and a low-temperature of 12°F (-11.1°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Alpena?

In February, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in Alpena in February?

In Alpena, South Dakota, in February, during 1.8 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Alpena?

The month with the most snowfall in Alpena is February, when snow falls for 8.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February in Alpena?

In Alpena, during February, snow falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February in Alpena?

In February, the average day length in Alpena is 10h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Alpena?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Alpena, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Alpena?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in February in Alpena?

In Alpena, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Alpena, SD

Average temperature in February - Alpena, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 26.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 12°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

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Average pressure in February
Alpena, SD

Average pressure in February - Alpena, SD
  • Average pressure in February: 30.16"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Alpena, SD

Average wind speed in February - Alpena, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in February
Alpena, SD

Average humidity in February - Alpena, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

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Average rainfall in February
Alpena, SD

Average rainfall in February - Alpena, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in February
Alpena, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Alpena, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Alpena, SD

Average snowfall in February - Alpena, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Alpena, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Alpena, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Alpena, SD

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Alpena, SD
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Alpena, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Alpena, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in February
Alpena, SD

Average UV index in February - Alpena, SD
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in February
Alpena, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Alpena, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in February
Alpena, SD

Average visibility in February - Alpena, SD
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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