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
The shift from January to February is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still wintry 37°F (2.8°C), not significantly different from the 36.5°F (2.5°C) of January. Ketchikan experiences a minimal drop from daytime high temperatures, recording an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) throughout February.Humidity
In February, the average relative humidity is 83%.Rainfall
In Ketchikan, during February, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.94" (151mm) of precipitation. In Ketchikan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 221.8 days and collects up to 80" (2032mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8 days and accumulates 13.11" (333mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Ketchikan, the average seawater temperature in February is 42.6°F (5.9°C).Note: Swimming in 42.6°F (5.9°C) poses a severe threat. Even short exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) is chilling, and going below 50°F (10°C) can cause breathing irregularities and intense cold shock, based on one's stamina.
Daylight
In Ketchikan, the average length of the day in February is 9h and 42min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:20 pm AKST.
Sunshine
In Ketchikan, Alaska, the average sunshine in February is 3.8h.UV index
In Ketchikan, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in February
Ketchikan, AK
- Average high temperature in February: 37°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (60.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (35.8°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 30.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (30.6°F).
Average pressure in February
Ketchikan, AK
- Average pressure in February: 29.94"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.8"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Ketchikan, AK
- Average wind speed in February: 7.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in February
Ketchikan, AK
- Average humidity in February: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (82%).
Average rainfall in February
Ketchikan, AK
- Average rainfall in February: 5.94"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (9.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (3.46").
Average rainfall days in February
Ketchikan, AK
- Average rainfall days in February: 14.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.2 days).
Average snowfall in February
Ketchikan, AK
- Average snowfall in February: 13.11"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Ketchikan, AK
- Average snowfall days in February: 8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in February
Ketchikan, AK
- Average sea temperature in February: 42.6°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (42.5°F).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Ketchikan, AK
- Average daylight in February: 9h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in February: 3h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in February
Ketchikan, AK
- Average sunshine days in February: 10.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (11.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (5.6 days).
Average UV index in February
Ketchikan, AK
- Average UV index in February: 2
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in February
Ketchikan, AK
- Average cloud cover in February: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 55).
Average visibility in February
Ketchikan, AK
- Average visibility in February: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).
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