February weather forecastWasta, SD
February
Weather in February
February is another month of biting cold in Wasta, where the frigid temperature barely rises, peaking at a similar high of 33.4°F (0.8°C) as in January. The city continues to be ensconced in snow, with the accumulated layers from the previous month making for a winter wonderland. Residents often take to the hills for some downhill skiing or snowboarding, or enjoy some romantic snowy walks on Valentine's Day. However, some daylight starts peeking through hinting at the turn of seasons round the corner. The city gets its share of snowstorms, as well, making February a complete winter month.Temperature
As January turns into February in Wasta, the average high-temperatures rest at a still icy 33.4°F (0.8°C), showing a minor variation from the prior month. February witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 17.8°F (-7.9°C).Humidity
In Wasta, the average relative humidity in February is 75%.Rainfall
In Wasta, in February, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Wasta, there are 118.8 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In February, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout February, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 50.4 snowfall days, and 24.41" (620mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 30min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:37 pm MST.
Sunshine
February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in February suggests the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Wasta, SD
- Average high temperature in February: 33.4°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 (32.5°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 17.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).
Average pressure in February
Wasta, 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
Wasta, SD
- Average wind speed in February: 9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).
Average humidity in February
Wasta, SD
- Average humidity in February: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).
Average rainfall in February
Wasta, SD
- Average rainfall in February: 0.67"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").
Average rainfall days in February
Wasta, SD
- Average rainfall days in February: 5.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in February
Wasta, SD
- Average snowfall in February: 4.25"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Wasta, SD
- Average snowfall days in February: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Wasta, 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: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in February: 5h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in February
Wasta, SD
- Average sunshine days in February: 14.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).
Average UV index in February
Wasta, 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
Wasta, SD
- Average cloud cover in February: 38
The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in February
Wasta, 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).
