February weather forecastMitchell, SD
February
Weather in February
The weather gradually warms up in February, providing a respite from January's harsher climate. Yet, temperatures remain in the chill zone, averaging between 14.2°F (-9.9°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C). Though they may seem low, they represent a slight increase, signaling the forthcoming spring. Snowfall continues, though diminishing in frequency as the month progresses. Cloud cover decreases, enabling sunnier days, and reducing the need for heavy winter clothing.Temperature
Mitchell registers an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C) at the commencement of February, closely related to the preceding month. During the nights in February, an average low-temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C) is observed.Humidity
In February, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
February and November are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 1.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of rain.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Mitchell are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 7.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 31min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:42 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in February is 5.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during February, leads to the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Mitchell, SD
- Average high temperature in February: 28.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 14.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).
Average pressure in February
Mitchell, SD
- Average pressure in February: 30.16"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Mitchell, 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 (8.6mph).
Average humidity in February
Mitchell, SD
- Average humidity in February: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).
Average rainfall in February
Mitchell, SD
- Average rainfall in February: 0.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.28").
Average rainfall days in February
Mitchell, SD
- Average rainfall days in February: 1.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).
Average snowfall in February
Mitchell, SD
- Average snowfall in February: 1.42"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Mitchell, SD
- Average snowfall days in February: 7.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Mitchell, SD
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 30min
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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in February
Mitchell, SD
- Average sunshine days in February: 19.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).
Average UV index in February
Mitchell, SD
- Average UV index in February: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in February
Mitchell, SD
- Average cloud cover in February: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in February
Mitchell, 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).
