February weather forecastStratford, SD
February
Weather in February
February, the last month of the winter in Stratford, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and an average low of 9.1°F (-12.7°C).Temperature
The onset of February manifests an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. The nighttime temperature dips to an extreme cold 9.1°F (-12.7°C) on average during February.Humidity
In Stratford, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in February is 85%.Rainfall
In February, the rain falls for 2 days. Throughout February, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Stratford, South Dakota, there are 97.2 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Stratford are January through May, October through December. In Stratford, South Dakota, in February, snow falls for 10.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.7" (94mm) of snow. In Stratford, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 19.13" (486mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 10h and 26min.On the first day of February in Stratford, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in February in Stratford is 4.8h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Stratford are January, February and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 1 during February translates into the following guidance:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Stratford, SD
- Average high temperature in February: 23.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 9.1°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 (6.3°F).
Average pressure in February
Stratford, SD
- Average pressure in February: 30.17"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Stratford, SD
- Average wind speed in February: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).
Average humidity in February
Stratford, SD
- Average humidity in February: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).
Average rainfall in February
Stratford, SD
- Average rainfall in February: 0.63"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in February
Stratford, SD
- Average rainfall days in February: 2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).
Average snowfall in February
Stratford, SD
- Average snowfall in February: 3.7"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Stratford, SD
- Average snowfall days in February: 10.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Stratford, SD
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in February: 4h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in February
Stratford, SD
- Average sunshine days in February: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).
Average UV index in February
Stratford, SD
- Average UV index in February: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in February
Stratford, SD
- Average cloud cover in February: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in February
Stratford, 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).
