February weather forecast
Harrisburg, SD

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Weather in February

Slightly warmer than January, the chilly clime of February is still marked with snowfall. The weather continues to be cold, although a slight increase in both daylight hours and temperature can be noticed. Interestingly, the area sees snowfall totalling to 3.54" (90mm) over about 7.3 days. Wind speeds also project a similar trend line as the previous month.

Temperature

Harrisburg experiences an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) in February, marking an insignificant shift from 24.1°F (-4.4°C) in January. Harrisburg in February anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 83%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January, February and November Rain falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Harrisburg. The month with the most snowfall in Harrisburg is February, when snow falls for 7.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Harrisburg, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of February, in Harrisburg, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Harrisburg are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in February, converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Harrisburg?

The average high-temperature, in February, in Harrisburg, is 27.9°F (-2.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Harrisburg?

In Harrisburg, the average relative humidity in February is 83%.

What is the driest month in Harrisburg?

The months with the least rainfall in Harrisburg are January, February and November Rain falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in February in Harrisburg?

In Harrisburg, South Dakota, in February, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Harrisburg?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 7.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Harrisburg in February?

In February, in Harrisburg, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout February, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Harrisburg have in February?

In Harrisburg, the average day length in February is 10h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Harrisburg?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Harrisburg, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Harrisburg?

The average sunshine duration in February in Harrisburg is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Harrisburg?

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

How high is the UV index in February in Harrisburg?

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

Average temperature in February - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 27.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 13.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in February
Harrisburg, SD

Average pressure in February - Harrisburg, 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 (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Harrisburg, SD

Average wind speed in February - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in February
Harrisburg, SD

Average humidity in February - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in February
Harrisburg, SD

Average rainfall in February - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in February
Harrisburg, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Harrisburg, SD

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

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

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Average snowfall days in February
Harrisburg, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.9 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
Harrisburg, SD

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Harrisburg, 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: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Harrisburg, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in February
Harrisburg, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Harrisburg, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Harrisburg, 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 26).

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Average visibility in February
Harrisburg, SD

Average visibility in February - Harrisburg, 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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