February weather forecast
Nikiski, AK

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Nikiski, is another freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and 19°F (-7.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of February manifests an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. Nikiski nights in February witness a mild cool down to an average temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout February, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 136.3 rainfall days, and 19.49" (495mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, September through December. In Nikiski, in February, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 6.85" (174mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 62.1 snowfall days, and 30.71" (780mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 9h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:22 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 6:30 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Nikiski, the average sunshine in February is 4.5h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in February suggests the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

An average high-temperature, in February, in Nikiski, is 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 19°F (-7.2°C).

What are the most humid months in Nikiski?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Nikiski, during February, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In Nikiski, Alaska, in February, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 6.85" (174mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Nikiski have in February?

In February, the average day length is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:22 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 6:30 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

How high is the UV index in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Nikiski, AK

Average temperature in February - Nikiski, AK
  • Average high temperature in February: 26.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (61.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 19°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 (18.3°F).

Average pressure in February
Nikiski, AK

Average pressure in February - Nikiski, AK
  • Average pressure in February: 29.8"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.64"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Nikiski, AK

Average wind speed in February - Nikiski, AK
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in February
Nikiski, AK

Average humidity in February - Nikiski, AK
  • Average humidity in February: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).

Average rainfall in February
Nikiski, AK

Average rainfall in February - Nikiski, AK
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.91").

Average rainfall days in February
Nikiski, AK

Average rainfall days in February - Nikiski, AK
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in February
Nikiski, AK

Average snowfall in February - Nikiski, AK
  • Average snowfall in February: 6.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.74").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Nikiski, AK

Average snowfall days in February - Nikiski, AK
  • Average snowfall days in February: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in February
Nikiski, AK

Average sunshine days in February - Nikiski, AK
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (11.5 days).

Average UV index in February
Nikiski, AK

Average UV index in February - Nikiski, AK
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Nikiski, AK

Average cloud cover in February - Nikiski, AK
  • Average cloud cover in February: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in February
Nikiski, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (5mi).

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