February weather forecast
Des Moines, WA

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a frosty month in Des Moines, Washington, with an average temperature ranging between max 46°F (7.8°C) and min 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of February, a modest change to a still frosty 46°F (7.8°C) from January's 44.6°F (7°C) is noted in high-temperature. February nights in Des Moines cool down to an average low-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in Des Moines is 84%.

Rainfall

In Des Moines, in February, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.2 rainfall days, and 14.09" (358mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 3.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

February and April, with an average ocean temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: Engaging in a swim in 45.9°F (7.7°C) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 50°F (10°C) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 19min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:53 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Des Moines, the average sunshine in February is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are February temperatures in Des Moines?

In Des Moines, in February, the average high-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Des Moines?

In February, the average relative humidity in Des Moines is 84%.

How many days does it rain in February in Des Moines?

In Des Moines, during February, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Des Moines?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 3.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February in Des Moines?

In Des Moines, in February, during 3.4 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

When is the ocean coldest in Des Moines?

The months with the coldest seawater in Des Moines, Washington, are February and April, with an average ocean temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

How cold is the water in February in Des Moines?

In Des Moines, Washington, in February, the average water temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in February in Des Moines?

In Des Moines, the average day length in February is 10h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Des Moines?

On the first day of February in Des Moines, Washington, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:53 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Des Moines?

In Des Moines, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Des Moines?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Des Moines.

How high is the UV index in February in Des Moines?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Jan
February
Mar
Average high temperature
44.6°F 7°C
46°F 7.8°C
51.1°F 10.6°C
Average low temperature
35.2°F 1.8°C
34.9°F 1.6°C
37.2°F 2.9°C
Average pressure
30.1" 765mmHg
30.06" 764mmHg
30.01" 762mmHg
Average wind speed
5.2mph 8.4km/h
5.2mph 8.4km/h
5.3mph 8.5km/h
Average max. wind speed
5.7mph 9.2km/h
5.7mph 9.2km/h
5.8mph 9.3km/h
Average wind speed gusts
8.5mph 13.7km/h
8.3mph 13.4km/h
8.4mph 13.5km/h
Average humidity
85%
84%
82%
Average rainfall
1.54" 39mm
1.3" 33mm
1.22" 31mm
Average rainfall days
12.3
11.4
14.1
Average snowfall
0.83" 21mm
2.52" 64mm
0.67" 17mm
Average snowfall days
1.9
3.4
1.8
Average sea temperature
46°F 7.8°C
45.8°F 7.7°C
46°F 7.8°C
Average daylight
9h 0min
10h 2min
12h 0min
Average sunshine
4h 1min
4h 2min
6h 1min
Average sunshine days
15.6
13
14.3
Average UV index
2
2
3
Average cloud cover
57%
56%
54%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
5mi 8km
5mi 8km

Average temperature in February
Des Moines, WA

Average temperature in February - Des Moines, WA
  • Average high temperature in February: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 34.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (53.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34.3°F).

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Average pressure in February
Des Moines, WA

Average pressure in February - Des Moines, WA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March, August and September (30.01"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Des Moines, WA

Average wind speed in February - Des Moines, WA
  • Average wind speed in February: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (3.6mph).

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Average humidity in February
Des Moines, WA

Average humidity in February - Des Moines, WA
  • Average humidity in February: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

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Average rainfall in February
Des Moines, WA

Average rainfall in February - Des Moines, WA
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in February
Des Moines, WA

Average rainfall days in February - Des Moines, WA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Des Moines, WA

Average snowfall in February - Des Moines, WA
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Des Moines, WA

Average snowfall days in February - Des Moines, WA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in February
Des Moines, WA

Average sea temperature in February - Des Moines, WA
  • Average sea temperature in February: 45.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.8°F).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Des Moines, WA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Des Moines, WA
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Des Moines, WA

Average sunshine days in February - Des Moines, WA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13 days).

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Average UV index in February
Des Moines, WA

Average UV index in February - Des Moines, WA
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Des Moines, WA

Average cloud cover in February - Des Moines, WA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in February
Des Moines, WA

Average visibility in February - Des Moines, WA
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (5mi).

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