February weather forecast
Hill City, SD

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Weather in February

With the onset of February, Hill City witnesses growing daylight hours and higher humidity levels, albeit the lingering winter chill persists. Not differing considerably from January in terms of temperature, February nonetheless records a noteworthy 5.71" (145mm) of snowfall. A predominance of cloud cover justifies the minimal rise in the mean temperature and the consistently low UV index. The relatively cooler and wetter conditions are heralded by a subtle escalation in rainfall in contrast to the preceding month. While the winter period persists, the city is preparing for a dynamic atmospheric shift.

Temperature

Hill City's weather in February displays an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C), showing minor disparity from January's 31.1°F (-0.5°C). Throughout February, Hill City witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months in Hill City.

Rainfall

In Hill City, in February, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hill City, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.4 days and collects up to 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hill City, South Dakota, are January through May, September through December. In Hill City, in February, snow falls for 12.9 days, with typically accumulated 5.71" (145mm) of snow. In Hill City, during the entire year, snow falls for 75.1 days and aggregates up to 40.24" (1022mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 31min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:42 pm MST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year in Hill City, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hill City, South Dakota. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in February, converts into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hill City in February?

An average high-temperature, in February, in Hill City, is 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Hill City?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months in Hill City.

What is the average humidity in February in Hill City?

The average relative humidity in February is 77%.

How much does it rain in Hill City in February?

In Hill City, South Dakota, in February, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hill City in February?

In Hill City, during February, snow falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hill City have in February?

In Hill City, South Dakota, the average day length in February is 10h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Hill City?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hill City, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:42 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hill City?

The month with the least sunshine in Hill City, South Dakota, is February, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Hill City have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February in Hill City, South Dakota, is 6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hill City?

The months with the lowest UV index in Hill City, South Dakota, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in February in Hill City?

In Hill City, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Hill City, SD

Average temperature in February - Hill City, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in February
Hill City, SD

Average pressure in February - Hill City, SD
  • Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Hill City, SD

Average wind speed in February - Hill City, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in February
Hill City, SD

Average humidity in February - Hill City, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (52%).

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Average rainfall in February
Hill City, SD

Average rainfall in February - Hill City, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in February
Hill City, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Hill City, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.5 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Hill City, SD

Average snowfall in February - Hill City, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 5.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (7.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Hill City, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Hill City, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 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
Hill City, SD

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Hill City, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Hill City, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Hill City, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in February
Hill City, SD

Average UV index in February - Hill City, SD
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Hill City, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Hill City, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in February
Hill City, SD

Average visibility in February - Hill City, 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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