February weather forecastDes Moines, WA
February
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
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
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).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Des Moines, WA
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 18min
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 18min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
