February weather forecastChamberlain, SD
February
Weather in February
A relative improvement in conditions is noticed in February, compared to January, with an increase in temperatures and daylight hours. February, however, still records substantial snowfall even as the weather starts to transition from winter to spring. The maximum wind speed drops slightly to 16mph (25.7km/h) alleviating some harshness of the cold conditions. Despite the presence of snow, the month is less forgotten by the sun with increasing hours of daylight. The end of February ushers in the anticipation of spring with its warmer temperatures and less severe weather conditions.Temperature
Chamberlain, South Dakota, experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a still subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) with the onset of February, maintaining near parity with January's 26.1°F (-3.3°C). Throughout February, an average nighttime temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) is experienced in Chamberlain.Humidity
In February, the average relative humidity in Chamberlain is 80%.Rainfall
In February, in Chamberlain, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout February, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Chamberlain, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 11.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.Daylight
In Chamberlain, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 31min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:47 pm. On the last day of February, in Chamberlain, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Chamberlain, the average sunshine in February is 5.8h.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index in Chamberlain is February, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 1 during February leads to these advisories:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Average temperature in February
Chamberlain, SD
- Average high temperature in February: 29.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 15.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).
Average pressure in February
Chamberlain, SD
- Average pressure in February: 30.15"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Chamberlain, SD
- Average wind speed in February: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).
Average humidity in February
Chamberlain, SD
- Average humidity in February: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).
Average rainfall in February
Chamberlain, SD
- Average rainfall in February: 0.67"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.55").
Average rainfall days in February
Chamberlain, SD
- Average rainfall days in February: 3.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in February
Chamberlain, SD
- Average snowfall in February: 3.66"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Chamberlain, SD
- Average snowfall days in February: 11.7 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Chamberlain, SD
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in February: 5h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in February
Chamberlain, SD
- Average sunshine days in February: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).
Average UV index in February
Chamberlain, SD
- Average UV index in February: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in February
Chamberlain, SD
- Average cloud cover in February: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in February
Chamberlain, 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).
