February weather forecastSioux Falls, SD
February
Weather in February
February continues the cold spell from January, but with a slight increase in sunshine, signalling a forthcoming thaw. Snowfall decreases to 4.25" (108mm), paving the way for the commencement of the transition to spring. The relative humidity drops from January, marking an end to the crystalline cityscape but continuing to keep the air crisp and refreshing. The modest increase in daylight hours encourages outdoor pursuits, even as the overall temperature remains in the grips of winter. Sioux Falls basks in the last stretch of winter's charm in February.Temperature
Sioux Falls registers an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 27°F (-2.8°C) with the arrival of February, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. In February, Sioux Falls reports a consistent average low-temperature of 13.1°F (-10.5°C) during the nights.Humidity
In Sioux Falls, the average relative humidity in February is 83%.Rainfall
January, February and November are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of rain.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.9 days and accumulates 4.25" (108mm) of snow.Daylight
In February, the average length of the day in Sioux Falls is 10h and 32min.On the first day of February in Sioux Falls, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in February in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, is 5.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in February, converts into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Sioux Falls, SD
- Average high temperature in February: 27°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 13.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).
Average pressure in February
Sioux Falls, 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).
Average wind speed in February
Sioux Falls, SD
- Average wind speed in February: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).
Average humidity in February
Sioux Falls, SD
- Average humidity in February: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).
Average rainfall in February
Sioux Falls, SD
- Average rainfall in February: 0.67"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.67").
Average rainfall days in February
Sioux Falls, SD
- Average rainfall days in February: 3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).
Average snowfall in February
Sioux Falls, SD
- Average snowfall in February: 4.25"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Sioux Falls, SD
- Average snowfall days in February: 8.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Sioux Falls, 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 6min
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 0min).
Average sunshine days in February
Sioux Falls, SD
- Average sunshine days in February: 17 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).
Average UV index in February
Sioux Falls, 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).
Average cloud cover in February
Sioux Falls, SD
- Average cloud cover in February: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in February
Sioux Falls, 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).
