February weather forecastYankton, SD
February
Weather in February
Although February still experiences winter weather conditions, including cold temperatures and minimal daylight, the climate begins a slow transition towards spring. There is a slight rise in temperature, reaching up to a maximum of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) from the January's chill. Clear skies and less snowfall offer more chances for outdoor activities compared to the previous month. However, the weather might still be unpredictable, with sudden cold fronts or wind gusts of up to 16.4mph (26.4km/h) possible. Educational events and winter sports competitions highlight February's calendar, attracting both residents and tourists.Temperature
The average high-temperature for February is a still subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. In Yankton, an average low-temperature of 16.3°F (-8.7°C) is recorded during February nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in February in Yankton is 79%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall in Yankton, South Dakota, is February, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Yankton are January through May, October through December. In Yankton, South Dakota, during February, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.4 snowfall days, and 14.45" (367mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Yankton, South Dakota, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 34min.On the first day of February in Yankton, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST.
Sunshine
In February, the average sunshine in Yankton is 5.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during February morphs into the following directions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Yankton, SD
- Average high temperature in February: 30.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 16.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).
Average pressure in February
Yankton, 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 (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Yankton, SD
- Average wind speed in February: 10.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).
Average humidity in February
Yankton, SD
- Average humidity in February: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).
Average rainfall in February
Yankton, SD
- Average rainfall in February: 0.59"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").
Average rainfall days in February
Yankton, SD
- Average rainfall days in February: 2.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in February
Yankton, SD
- Average snowfall in February: 2.52"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Yankton, SD
- Average snowfall days in February: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Yankton, SD
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in February: 5h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in February
Yankton, SD
- Average sunshine days in February: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).
Average UV index in February
Yankton, 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
Yankton, SD
- Average cloud cover in February: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in February
Yankton, 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).
