February weather forecastSturgis, SD
February
Weather in February
Continuing the wintry atmosphere of January, February in Sturgis, South Dakota, maintains the cold climate with improvements as the month progresses. The relative humidity decreases from January's average of 77% to 76%, which instigates a slightly drier ambiance. The snowfall days increase to 12.8, making it the month with the highest number of snow days, providing abundant opportunities for winter sport lovers. Despite being a wintry month, the sunshine hours are pleasing, offering radiant days amidst the cooler weather. Transitioning to March, there is an evident rise in temperature, signaling the arrival of a new season.Temperature
In the transition from January to February, Sturgis reports an average high-temperature of a still icy 32.7°F (0.4°C), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. February nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C).Humidity
In February, the average relative humidity in Sturgis is 76%.Rainfall
In Sturgis, in February, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sturgis, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.3 days and collects up to 16.77" (426mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Sturgis, in February, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 6.18" (157mm) of snow. In Sturgis, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.1 days and aggregates up to 36.26" (921mm) of snow.Daylight
In Sturgis, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 29min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:31 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.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Sturgis are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in February translates into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Sturgis, SD
- Average high temperature in February: 32.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.2°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 18°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18°F).
Average pressure in February
Sturgis, 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).
Average wind speed in February
Sturgis, SD
- Average wind speed in February: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).
Average humidity in February
Sturgis, SD
- Average humidity in February: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (49%).
Average rainfall in February
Sturgis, SD
- Average rainfall in February: 0.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in February
Sturgis, SD
- Average rainfall days in February: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.8 days).
Average snowfall in February
Sturgis, SD
- Average snowfall in February: 6.18"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (8.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Sturgis, SD
- Average snowfall days in February: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Sturgis, SD
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- 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).
Average sunshine days in February
Sturgis, SD
- Average sunshine days in February: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.4 days).
Average UV index in February
Sturgis, SD
- Average UV index in February: 2
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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Sturgis, SD
- Average cloud cover in February: 39
The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in February
Sturgis, 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).
