February weather forecast
Yakima, WA

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Weather in February

As February approaches, Yakima sees subtle changes in its weather patterns. Primarily, the temperatures rise slightly along with a small decrease in humidity at 76%. The biting winds of January soften to a crisp breeze, making outdoor walks less arduous. Given that February is synonymous with Valentine's Day, one could also interpret the occasional rainfall as an invitation for romantic indoor activities. Even though February is technically a winter month, Yakima begins to hint at the impending spring with longer daylight hours, and slightly more sunshine hours per day.

Temperature

With the onset of February, Yakima's average high-temperature clocks in at a still cold 41.5°F (5.3°C), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. Throughout the month of February, the nighttime temperature in Yakima dips to an average of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in Yakima, Washington, is 76%.

Rainfall

In Yakima, in February, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Yakima, there are 82.2 rainfall days, and 5.43" (138mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, September, November and December are months with snowfall. In Yakima, in February, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Yakima, there are 18.5 snowfall days, and 7.8" (198mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Yakima, Washington, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of February, in Yakima, Washington, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:47 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 6.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Yakima, Washington, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in February translates into the following instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Yakima in February?

During February, Yakima experiences an average high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Yakima?

The average relative humidity in February in Yakima is 76%.

How much does it rain in Yakima in February?

In Yakima, Washington, in February, during 7.8 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February in Yakima?

In February, in Yakima, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout February, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February in Yakima?

The average day length in February in Yakima is 10h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Yakima?

On the first day of February in Yakima, Washington, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:47 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Yakima?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Yakima, Washington, is 6.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Yakima?

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

What is the UV index intensity in February in Yakima?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Yakima, WA

Average temperature in February - Yakima, WA
  • Average high temperature in February: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (25.5°F).

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Average pressure in February
Yakima, WA

Average pressure in February - Yakima, WA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Yakima, WA

Average wind speed in February - Yakima, WA
  • Average wind speed in February: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in February
Yakima, WA

Average humidity in February - Yakima, WA
  • Average humidity in February: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (39%).

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Average rainfall in February
Yakima, WA

Average rainfall in February - Yakima, WA
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in February
Yakima, WA

Average rainfall days in February - Yakima, WA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Yakima, WA

Average snowfall in February - Yakima, WA
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Yakima, WA

Average snowfall days in February - Yakima, WA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Yakima, WA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Yakima, WA

Average sunshine days in February - Yakima, WA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.8 days).

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Average UV index in February
Yakima, WA

Average UV index in February - Yakima, WA
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
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
Yakima, WA

Average cloud cover in February - Yakima, WA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in February
Yakima, WA

Average visibility in February - Yakima, WA
  • 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).

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