Contents
- Weather in February
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in February
- Average pressure in February
- Average wind speed in February
- Average humidity in February
- Average rainfall in February
- Average rainfall days in February
- Average snowfall in February
- Average snowfall days in February
- Average sea temperature in February
- Average daylight in February
- Average sunshine in February
- Average sunshine days in February
- Average UV index in February
- Average cloud cover in February
- Average visibility in February
Weather in February
Temperature
February's arrival registers an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. In the month of February, the average temperature dips to a still subzero cold 15.3°F (-9.3°C) during the night.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Anchorage are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 86%.Rainfall
In Anchorage, during February, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139.9 rainfall days, and 12.6" (320mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Anchorage, in February, snow falls for 11.4 days, with typically accumulated 4.45" (113mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Anchorage, there are 59.3 snowfall days, and 23.5" (597mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
The month with the coldest seawater is February, with an average ocean temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C).Note: While swimming, this is deemed life-threatening and exceptionally hazardous. The icy water induces intense pain and causes swift hyperventilation. Employing a specialized swimsuit is required to offset thermal harm.
Daylight
In Anchorage, Alaska, the average length of the day in February is 9h and 4min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 9:19 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:23 pm AKST.
Sunshine
In February, the average sunshine is 5.4h.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is February, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 1 in February translates into these instructions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in February
Anchorage, AK
- Average high temperature in February: 24.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (61.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.3°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 15.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).
Average pressure in February
Anchorage, AK
- Average pressure in February: 29.82"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.67"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Anchorage, AK
- Average wind speed in February: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).
Average humidity in February
Anchorage, AK
- Average humidity in February: 86%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (68%).
Average rainfall in February
Anchorage, AK
- Average rainfall in February: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.55").
Average rainfall days in February
Anchorage, AK
- Average rainfall days in February: 7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7 days).
Average snowfall in February
Anchorage, AK
- Average snowfall in February: 4.45"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Anchorage, AK
- Average snowfall days in February: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in February
Anchorage, AK
- Average sea temperature in February: 35.8°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (35.8°F).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Anchorage, AK
- Average daylight in February: 9h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in February: 5h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in February
Anchorage, AK
- Average sunshine days in February: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (11.1 days).
Average UV index in February
Anchorage, AK
- Average UV index in February: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in February
Anchorage, AK
- Average cloud cover in February: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in February
Anchorage, AK
- Average visibility in February: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is March (5mi).
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