February weather forecast
Deadhorse, AK

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Weather in February

Moving into February, Deadhorse experiences incrementally less severe cold in comparison to January, though it still maintains a robust winter atmosphere. The coldest nights ease slightly in this month, and temperatures range from minus 13.4°F (-10.3°C) to minus 3.1°F (-16.1°C). Snowfall remains consistent, while daylight begins to stretch longer in increments. Pleasing winter scenes persist as snow continues to encapsulate the city's terrain. Relative humidity remains stable supporting the accumulation of snow.

Temperature

As Deadhorse welcomes February, the average high-temperature records at an arctic cold -3.1°F (-19.5°C), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. Deadhorse's temperature drops to an average low of -13.4°F (-25.2°C) during the nights of February.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

Rainfall

In Deadhorse, in February, it is raining for 0.7 days, with typically 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 52.1 rainfall days, and 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In Deadhorse, in February, during 12.8 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 122.8 snowfall days, and 10.24" (260mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

January through May, November and December, with an average ocean temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: In swimming scenarios, this situation is extremely cold, fraught with danger, and poses a significant life risk. Absent insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia strikes quickly.

Daylight

In Deadhorse, the average length of the day in February is 7h and 16min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 10:41 am and sunset at 3:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:51 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Deadhorse, the average sunshine in February is 2.1h.

UV index

February through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in February translates into this advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

In February, in Deadhorse, the average high-temperature is -3.1°F (-19.5°C), and the average low-temperature is -13.4°F (-25.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Deadhorse?

The months with the highest humidity are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 93%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Deadhorse, in February, during 0.7 rainfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in February?

In Deadhorse, in February, during 12.8 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

When is the ocean coldest?

January through May, November and December, with an average ocean temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C), are months with the coldest seawater.

What is the water temperature in February?

In Deadhorse, the average seawater temperature in February is 28.4°F (-2°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

What is the average length of the day in February?

The average day length in February is 7h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 10:41 am and sunset at 3:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:51 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Deadhorse have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 2.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are February through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in February?

In Deadhorse, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Deadhorse, AK

Average temperature in February - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average high temperature in February: -3.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (51.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: -13.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-16.6°F).

Average pressure in February
Deadhorse, AK

Average pressure in February - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average pressure in February: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Deadhorse, AK

Average wind speed in February - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average wind speed in February: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9.8mph).

Average humidity in February
Deadhorse, AK

Average humidity in February - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average humidity in February: 93%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in February
Deadhorse, AK

Average rainfall in February - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (0.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, April and December (0.16").

Average rainfall days in February
Deadhorse, AK

Average rainfall days in February - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average rainfall days in February: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.7 days).

Average snowfall in February
Deadhorse, AK

Average snowfall in February - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average snowfall in February: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (1.81").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Deadhorse, AK

Average snowfall days in February - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average snowfall days in February: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.2 days).

Average sea temperature in February
Deadhorse, AK

Average sea temperature in February - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average sea temperature in February: 28°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (36°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (28°F).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Deadhorse, AK

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average daylight in February: 7h and 2min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in February
Deadhorse, AK

Average sunshine days in February - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (14 days).

Average UV index in February
Deadhorse, AK

Average UV index in February - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average UV index in February: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Deadhorse, AK

Average cloud cover in February - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average cloud cover in February: 75

The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 45).

Average visibility in February
Deadhorse, AK

Average visibility in February - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March and December (4mi).

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