February weather forecast
Fruitdale, SD

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Fruitdale, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

Temperature

Fruitdale, South Dakota, in February witnesses an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C), indicating a slight variation from January's 30.7°F (-0.7°C). Fruitdale's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 17.1°F (-8.3°C) during the nights of February.

Humidity

In Fruitdale, the average relative humidity in February is 77%.

Rainfall

In February, in Fruitdale, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout February, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fruitdale, South Dakota, there are 100 rainfall days, and 12.83" (326mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Fruitdale. In February, it is snowing for 10.3 days. Throughout February, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 52.1 snowfall days, and 23.54" (598mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Fruitdale is 10h and 28min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:41 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year in Fruitdale.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Fruitdale?

During February, Fruitdale experiences an average high-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and a low-temperature of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Fruitdale?

In Fruitdale, the average relative humidity in February is 77%.

How much does it rain in Fruitdale in February?

In February, in Fruitdale, South Dakota, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout February, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February in Fruitdale?

In Fruitdale, South Dakota, in February, during 10.3 snowfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In Fruitdale, South Dakota, the average day length in February is 10h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Fruitdale?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:41 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Fruitdale?

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Fruitdale have in February?

In Fruitdale, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fruitdale?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Fruitdale.

What is the UV index reading in February in Fruitdale?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Fruitdale is 2. A UV Index value 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
Fruitdale, SD

Average temperature in February - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 17.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in February
Fruitdale, SD

Average pressure in February - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average pressure in February: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Fruitdale, SD

Average wind speed in February - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in February
Fruitdale, SD

Average humidity in February - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

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Average rainfall in February
Fruitdale, SD

Average rainfall in February - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in February
Fruitdale, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Fruitdale, SD

Average snowfall in February - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Fruitdale, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Fruitdale, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Fruitdale, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.6 days).

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Average UV index in February
Fruitdale, SD

Average UV index in February - Fruitdale, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Fruitdale, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in February
Fruitdale, SD

Average visibility in February - Fruitdale, 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).

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