February weather forecastRiverton, WY
February
Weather in February
February is slightly warmer compared to January, however, it remains a cold month with an overall drop in humidity. Biting cold temperatures prevail throughout the month, and the snow continues to blanket the town of Riverton from time to time. During this month, the cloud coverage persistently shades Riverton, allowing scarce sunshine days. Nonetheless, there is an increase in daylight hours that signals the forthcoming change of season. Despite signs of improving conditions, February is not far from the Wyoming winter’s stern grip.Temperature
Riverton sees the arrival of February with an average high-temperature of a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C), indicating a subtle variation from January. During February, Riverton sees a mean low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).Humidity
In Riverton, the average relative humidity in February is 75%.Rainfall
In Riverton, in February, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Riverton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 67.3 days and collects up to 6.93" (176mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Riverton, in February, during 7.8 snowfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 42.8 snowfall days, and 25.47" (647mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Riverton, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 34min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in February in Riverton is 6.7h.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 average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in February leads to these recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Riverton, WY
- Average high temperature in February: 32.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.9°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 15.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).
Average pressure in February
Riverton, WY
- Average pressure in February: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Riverton, WY
- Average wind speed in February: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.5mph).
Average humidity in February
Riverton, WY
- Average humidity in February: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (31%).
Average rainfall in February
Riverton, WY
- Average rainfall in February: 0.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").
Average rainfall days in February
Riverton, WY
- Average rainfall days in February: 3.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (9.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).
Average snowfall in February
Riverton, WY
- Average snowfall in February: 3.27"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Riverton, WY
- Average snowfall days in February: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Riverton, WY
- 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: 6h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in February
Riverton, WY
- Average sunshine days in February: 19.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.5 days).
Average UV index in February
Riverton, WY
- 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).
Average cloud cover in February
Riverton, WY
- Average cloud cover in February: 28
The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 12).
Average visibility in February
Riverton, 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).
