February weather forecast
Fort Thompson, SD

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a subzero cold month in Fort Thompson, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and max 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

February welcomes an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C), not much different from the preceding month. Fort Thompson encounters a steady low-temperature average of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) throughout the month of February.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity in Fort Thompson is 80%.

Rainfall

In Fort Thompson, in February, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fort Thompson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.6 days and collects up to 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Fort Thompson. 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 February, the average length of the day is 10h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:47 pm. On the last day of February, in Fort Thompson, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Fort Thompson, the average sunshine in February is 5.8h.

UV index

February is the month with the lowest UV index in Fort Thompson, South Dakota, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Fort Thompson in February?

An average high-temperature, in February, in Fort Thompson, is 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Fort Thompson?

In Fort Thompson, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in February is 80%.

How many days does it rain in February in Fort Thompson?

In Fort Thompson, South Dakota, in February, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Fort Thompson?

The month with the most snowfall in Fort Thompson, South Dakota, is February, when snow falls for 11.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Fort Thompson in February?

In Fort Thompson, South Dakota, in February, during 11.7 snowfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Thompson have in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Fort Thompson?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fort Thompson, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Fort Thompson?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fort Thompson?

February is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Fort Thompson?

In Fort Thompson, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Fort Thompson, SD

Average temperature in February - Fort Thompson, 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).

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Average pressure in February
Fort Thompson, SD

Average pressure in February - Fort Thompson, 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).

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Average wind speed in February
Fort Thompson, SD

Average wind speed in February - Fort Thompson, 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).

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Average humidity in February
Fort Thompson, SD

Average humidity in February - Fort Thompson, 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%).

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Average rainfall in February
Fort Thompson, SD

Average rainfall in February - Fort Thompson, 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").

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Average rainfall days in February
Fort Thompson, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Fort Thompson, 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).

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Average snowfall in February
Fort Thompson, SD

Average snowfall in February - Fort Thompson, 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").

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Average snowfall days in February
Fort Thompson, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Fort Thompson, 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).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Fort Thompson, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in February
Fort Thompson, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Fort Thompson, 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).

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Average UV index in February
Fort Thompson, SD

Average UV index in February - Fort Thompson, 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).

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Average cloud cover in February
Fort Thompson, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Fort Thompson, 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).

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Average visibility in February
Fort Thompson, SD

Average visibility in February - Fort Thompson, 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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