February weather forecast
North Pole, AK

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A snow-covered road sign on the Santa Clause Lane in the North Pole, Alaska
A snow-covered road sign on the Santa Clause Lane in the North Pole, Alaska

Weather in February

February in North Pole, Alaska continues the severe winter trend initiated by January, though with slight tempering. The extreme cold eases marginally, succeeded by a subtle yet notable increase in temperature. Both precipitation, in the form of rain or snow, and shorter days persist, maintaining the snowy landscapes. A 4.6mph (7.4km/h) wind defines February's climate, slightly edging up from the January norm, intensifying the winter feel. February paves the way to the transition in the weather observed during March.

Temperature

As February sets in North Pole, the average high-temperature shows an increase, moving up from an arctic cold 2.1°F (-16.6°C) in January to an extremely cold 12.4°F (-10.9°C). Throughout the month of February, North Pole expects an average low of -2.4°F (-19.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 91%.

Rainfall

In North Pole, during February, the rain falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. In North Pole, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.2 days and collects up to 10.59" (269mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, August through December are months with snowfall. In February, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout February, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 76.9 snowfall days, and 24.37" (619mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In North Pole, the average length of the day in February is 8h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:34 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of February, in North Pole, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:05 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 4.4h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in February suggests the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

During February, North Pole experiences an average high-temperature of 12.4°F (-10.9°C) and a low-temperature of -2.4°F (-19.1°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 91%.

How much does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 2.3 days. Throughout February, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February?

In North Pole, in February, snow falls for 9.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does North Pole have in February?

In North Pole, Alaska, the average day length in February is 8h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 9:34 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:05 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does North Pole have in February?

In North Pole, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.4h.

What is the UV index reading in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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
North Pole, AK

Average temperature in February - North Pole, AK
  • Average high temperature in February: 12.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: -2.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.9°F).

Average pressure in February
North Pole, AK

Average pressure in February - North Pole, AK
  • Average pressure in February: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
North Pole, AK

Average wind speed in February - North Pole, AK
  • Average wind speed in February: 4.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August, October, November and December (4.3mph).

Average humidity in February
North Pole, AK

Average humidity in February - North Pole, AK
  • Average humidity in February: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (56%).

Average rainfall in February
North Pole, AK

Average rainfall in February - North Pole, AK
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in February
North Pole, AK

Average rainfall days in February - North Pole, AK
  • Average rainfall days in February: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
North Pole, AK

Average snowfall in February - North Pole, AK
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0").

Average snowfall days in February
North Pole, AK

Average snowfall days in February - North Pole, AK
  • Average snowfall days in February: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
North Pole, AK

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - North Pole, AK
  • Average daylight in February: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in February
North Pole, AK

Average sunshine days in February - North Pole, AK
  • Average sunshine days in February: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.4 days).

Average UV index in February
North Pole, AK

Average UV index in February - North Pole, AK
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
North Pole, AK

Average cloud cover in February - North Pole, AK
  • Average cloud cover in February: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in February
North Pole, AK

Average visibility in February - North Pole, AK
  • Average visibility in February: 4mi

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

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