February weather forecast
Gillette, WY

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Weather in February

February succeeds January, carrying forward its frosty legacy with an average high of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and unabated intensity. In a familiar return, expect to see vibrant blankets of snow covering the town. Interestingly, this month records fewer daylight hours than its successor, March, a trait specific to the winter months of Gillette. While snowfall is frequent, rainfall is on the scant side, setting the scene for a predominantly cold and dry February. Despite the rather challenging weather, the inhabitants of Gillette embrace this month in all its frosty charm.

Temperature

The introduction of February in Gillette sees an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C), hardly deviating from January. In the month of February, Gillette witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity in Gillette is 77%.

Rainfall

In Gillette, during February, the rain falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. In Gillette, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.9 days and collects up to 15.59" (396mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Gillette, in February, during 9.1 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gillette, there are 50.5 snowfall days, and 19.53" (496mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 29min.
On the first day of February in Gillette, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:49 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year in Gillette.

UV index

January, February, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in February translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Gillette?

The high-temperature, in February, in Gillette, records 30.9°F (-0.6°C), while the low-temperature is 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Gillette?

In February, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in February in Gillette?

In Gillette, in February, it is raining for 1.5 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February in Gillette?

In February, it is snowing for 9.1 days. Throughout February, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In Gillette, Wyoming, the average day length in February is 10h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Gillette?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gillette, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:49 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Gillette?

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February in Gillette?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Gillette is 5.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in February in Gillette?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Gillette is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Gillette, WY

Average temperature in February - Gillette, WY
  • Average high temperature in February: 30.9°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 (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.7°F).

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Average pressure in February
Gillette, WY

Average pressure in February - Gillette, WY
  • Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Gillette, WY

Average wind speed in February - Gillette, WY
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9.1mph).

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Average humidity in February
Gillette, WY

Average humidity in February - Gillette, WY
  • Average humidity in February: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

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Average rainfall in February
Gillette, WY

Average rainfall in February - Gillette, WY
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in February
Gillette, WY

Average rainfall days in February - Gillette, WY
  • Average rainfall days in February: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Gillette, WY

Average snowfall in February - Gillette, WY
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Gillette, WY

Average snowfall days in February - Gillette, WY
  • Average snowfall days in February: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Gillette, WY

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Gillette, WY
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 3min

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

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Gillette, WY

Average sunshine days in February - Gillette, WY
  • Average sunshine days in February: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in February
Gillette, WY

Average UV index in February - Gillette, WY
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Gillette, WY

Average cloud cover in February - Gillette, WY
  • Average cloud cover in February: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in February
Gillette, WY

Average visibility in February - Gillette, WY
  • 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).

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