February weather forecast
Lead, SD

Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another freezing cold month in Lead, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Temperature

In Lead, South Dakota, the average high-temperature in February is practically the same as in January - a still freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C). In Lead, the average low-temperature is 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Lead, during February, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. In Lead, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.1 days and collects up to 14.02" (356mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lead are January through June, September through December. In February, in Lead, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout February, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lead, South Dakota, there are 66.6 snowfall days, and 34.53" (877mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 29min.
On the first day of February in Lead, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:41 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.9h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year in Lead.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Lead are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in February transform into the following instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in February in Lead?

In February, in Lead, South Dakota, the average high-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Lead?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in February in Lead?

In February, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in February in Lead?

In February, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout February, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February in Lead?

In Lead, South Dakota, during February, snow falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

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

In February, the average day length in Lead is 10h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Lead?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lead, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:41 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lead?

The month with the least sunshine in Lead, South Dakota, is February, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February in Lead?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Lead, South Dakota, is 5.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lead?

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

How high is the UV index in February in Lead?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Lead, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Lead, SD

Average temperature in February - Lead, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 30.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 15.4°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 (15.4°F).

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Average pressure in February
Lead, SD

Average pressure in February - Lead, SD
  • Average pressure in February: 30.12"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
Lead, SD

Average wind speed in February - Lead, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.6mph).

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Average humidity in February
Lead, SD

Average humidity in February - Lead, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

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Average rainfall in February
Lead, SD

Average rainfall in February - Lead, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in February
Lead, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Lead, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Lead, SD

Average snowfall in February - Lead, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (6.54").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Lead, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Lead, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Lead, SD
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 29min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 28min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 55min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Lead, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Lead, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in February
Lead, SD

Average UV index in February - Lead, 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
Lead, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Lead, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in February
Lead, SD

Average visibility in February - Lead, 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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