February weather forecast
Girdwood, AK

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Weather in February

Deep winter continues in Girdwood in February. The month comes with slightly higher temperatures and an increase in daylight hours compared to January. The typical precipitation pattern includes both rain and snow, with respective averages of 1.69" (43mm) and 8.43" (214mm). In terms of sunshine and snowfall, February closely parallels March; however, temperatures and daylight hours continue to rise, giving an early hint of the approaching spring months.

Temperature

February's average high-temperature stands at a still freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C), showing little deviation from January's 18°F (-7.8°C). Girdwood in February experiences a low-temperature average of 10°F (-12.2°C).

Humidity

In Girdwood, the average relative humidity in February is 89%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout February, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 23.62" (600mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In February, it is snowing for 16.2 days. Throughout February, 8.43" (214mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 92.4 snowfall days, and 43.31" (1100mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Girdwood is 9h and 6min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 9:15 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:21 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Girdwood is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

The high-temperature during February is 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and the low-temperature is 10°F (-12.2°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Girdwood?

In Girdwood, the average relative humidity in February is 89%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Girdwood, Alaska, in February, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 16.2 days. Throughout February, 8.43" (214mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In February, the average day length is 9h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:15 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:21 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In Girdwood, the average sunshine duration in February is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Girdwood, AK

Average temperature in February - Girdwood, AK
  • Average high temperature in February: 22.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 10°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in February
Girdwood, AK

Average pressure in February - Girdwood, AK
  • Average pressure in February: 29.81"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.66"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Girdwood, AK

Average wind speed in February - Girdwood, AK
  • Average wind speed in February: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

Average humidity in February
Girdwood, AK

Average humidity in February - Girdwood, AK
  • Average humidity in February: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (79%).

Average rainfall in February
Girdwood, AK

Average rainfall in February - Girdwood, AK
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in February
Girdwood, AK

Average rainfall days in February - Girdwood, AK
  • Average rainfall days in February: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in February
Girdwood, AK

Average snowfall in February - Girdwood, AK
  • Average snowfall in February: 8.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Girdwood, AK

Average snowfall days in February - Girdwood, AK
  • Average snowfall days in February: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Girdwood, AK
  • Average daylight in February: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in February
Girdwood, AK

Average sunshine days in February - Girdwood, AK
  • Average sunshine days in February: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8 days).

Average UV index in February
Girdwood, AK

Average UV index in February - Girdwood, 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 January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Girdwood, AK

Average cloud cover in February - Girdwood, AK
  • Average cloud cover in February: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 55).

Average visibility in February
Girdwood, AK

Average visibility in February - Girdwood, AK
  • Average visibility in February: 4mi

The month with the highest visibility is June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (4mi).

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