February weather forecast
Hughes, AK

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Hughes, is an extremely cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of -8.5°F (-22.5°C) and an average high of 5°F (-15°C).

Temperature

The beginning of February signals a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a polar cold -3.1°F (-19.5°C) in January to an extremely cold 5°F (-15°C). The low-temperature average for Hughes during February stands at a life-threatening cold -8.5°F (-22.5°C).

Humidity

February through April, with an average relative humidity of 96%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 0.6 days. Throughout February, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 80.4 rainfall days, and 13.43" (341mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In February, it is snowing for 15.2 days. Throughout February, 7.64" (194mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 113.1 snowfall days, and 53.5" (1359mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 8h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:13 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 6:29 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Hughes, the average sunshine in February is 2.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in February transforms into the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

In February, in Hughes, the average high-temperature is 5°F (-15°C), and the average low-temperature is -8.5°F (-22.5°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity in Hughes are February through April, with an average relative humidity of 96%.

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 96%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Hughes, Alaska, during February, the rain falls for 0.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In Hughes, during February, snow falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hughes have in February?

The average day length in February is 8h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 10:13 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 6:29 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 2.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Hughes, AK

Average temperature in February - Hughes, AK
  • Average high temperature in February: 5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: -8.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-13.5°F).

Average pressure in February
Hughes, AK

Average pressure in February - Hughes, AK
  • Average pressure in February: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.78"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Hughes, AK

Average wind speed in February - Hughes, AK
  • Average wind speed in February: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in February
Hughes, AK

Average humidity in February - Hughes, AK
  • Average humidity in February: 96%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and April (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (57%).

Average rainfall in February
Hughes, AK

Average rainfall in February - Hughes, AK
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in February
Hughes, AK

Average rainfall days in February - Hughes, AK
  • Average rainfall days in February: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0.2 days).

Average snowfall in February
Hughes, AK

Average snowfall in February - Hughes, AK
  • Average snowfall in February: 7.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.54").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Hughes, AK

Average snowfall days in February - Hughes, AK
  • Average snowfall days in February: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (17.9 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Hughes, AK
  • Average daylight in February: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 20h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Hughes, AK

Average sunshine days in February - Hughes, AK
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.4 days).

Average UV index in February
Hughes, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Hughes, AK

Average cloud cover in February - Hughes, AK
  • Average cloud cover in February: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 46).

Average visibility in February
Hughes, AK

Average visibility in February - Hughes, AK
  • Average visibility in February: 2mi

The months with the highest visibility are June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (2mi).

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