February weather forecastFort Pierre, SD
February
Weather in February
February brings a slight elevation in temperature when compared to January, but it remains a winter month with frequent snowfall. Snowfall is higher in February with a monthly average of 3.66" (93mm). Closing slightly warmer than January, February sees an enhanced daylight hour count, paving the path for those longer spring days. By the end of the month, early patches of spring break through the last of the winter chill as Fort Pierre prepares for a transition in weather phenomena. Potential for windy conditions remains, and residents are encouraged to maintain winter preparations.Temperature
February's weather displays an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C), slightly varied from January's 26.2°F (-3.2°C). Fort Pierre throughout February, records an average low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in February is 80%.Rainfall
In February, the rain falls for 2.4 days. Throughout February, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 98.5 rainfall days, and 13.7" (348mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 10 days and typically aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 10h and 29min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:28 pm MST.
Sunshine
In Fort Pierre, the average sunshine in February is 5.8h.UV index
February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in February translates into this advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Fort Pierre, SD
- Average high temperature in February: 28.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 15.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).
Average pressure in February
Fort Pierre, 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
Fort Pierre, SD
- Average wind speed in February: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (9.9mph).
Average humidity in February
Fort Pierre, SD
- Average humidity in February: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (52%).
Average rainfall in February
Fort Pierre, SD
- Average rainfall in February: 0.55"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").
Average rainfall days in February
Fort Pierre, SD
- Average rainfall days in February: 2.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).
Average snowfall in February
Fort Pierre, SD
- Average snowfall in February: 3.66"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Fort Pierre, SD
- Average snowfall days in February: 10 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Fort Pierre, SD
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 30min
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 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in February
Fort Pierre, SD
- Average sunshine days in February: 17.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).
Average UV index in February
Fort Pierre, SD
- Average UV index in February: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in February
Fort Pierre, SD
- Average cloud cover in February: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in February
Fort Pierre, SD
- 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).
