February weather forecast
Nikolai, AK

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is a frigid cold month in Nikolai, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 11.3°F (-11.5°C) and -2.6°F (-19.2°C).

Temperature

Nikolai's transition into February brings a slight rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a polar cold 2.5°F (-16.4°C) in January to an extremely cold 11.3°F (-11.5°C). In the month of February, the temperature generally rests at an average low of -2.6°F (-19.2°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 93%.

Rainfall

In Nikolai, Alaska, during February, the rain falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 111.7 rainfall days, and 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In February, in Nikolai, it is snowing for 13.3 days. Throughout February, 6.38" (162mm) of snow is accumulated. In Nikolai, during the entire year, snow falls for 96.1 days and aggregates up to 38.66" (982mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Nikolai, the average length of the day in February is 8h and 49min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 9:49 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 6:37 pm AKST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Nikolai, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Nikolai?

During February, Nikolai experiences an average high-temperature of 11.3°F (-11.5°C) and a low-temperature of -2.6°F (-19.2°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity in Nikolai is 93%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Nikolai, in February, during 2.3 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in February?

In Nikolai, in February, during 13.3 snowfall days, 6.38" (162mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Nikolai have in February?

The average day length in February is 8h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 9:49 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 6:37 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

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

What is the UV index intensity in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Nikolai, AK

Average temperature in February - Nikolai, AK
  • Average high temperature in February: 11.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: -2.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8°F).

Average pressure in February
Nikolai, AK

Average pressure in February - Nikolai, AK
  • Average pressure in February: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.72"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Nikolai, AK

Average wind speed in February - Nikolai, AK
  • Average wind speed in February: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February, November and December (5.3mph).

Average humidity in February
Nikolai, AK

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (62%).

Average rainfall in February
Nikolai, AK

Average rainfall in February - Nikolai, AK
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in February
Nikolai, AK

Average rainfall days in February - Nikolai, AK
  • Average rainfall days in February: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Nikolai, AK

Average snowfall in February - Nikolai, AK
  • Average snowfall in February: 6.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (10.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Nikolai, AK

Average snowfall days in February - Nikolai, AK
  • Average snowfall days in February: 13.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are March and November (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Nikolai, AK
  • Average daylight in February: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in February
Nikolai, AK

Average sunshine days in February - Nikolai, AK
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.6 days).

Average UV index in February
Nikolai, AK

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

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

Average cloud cover in February
Nikolai, AK

Average cloud cover in February - Nikolai, AK
  • Average cloud cover in February: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in February
Nikolai, AK

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

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

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