February weather forecast
Shishmaref, AK

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a frigid cold month in Shishmaref, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between -0°F (-17.8°C) and 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

Temperature

February's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still frigid cold 9.9°F (-12.3°C), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. In February, Shishmaref encounters an average low-temperature of -0°F (-17.8°C) during the night.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

Rainfall

In Shishmaref, in February, during 1.5 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shishmaref, during the entire year, the rain falls for 67.8 days and collects up to 7.24" (184mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Shishmaref. In Shishmaref, in February, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 75.9 snowfall days, and 10.91" (277mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 8h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:02 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 9:17 am and sunset at 7:15 pm AKST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in February translates into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

During February, Shishmaref experiences an average high-temperature of 9.9°F (-12.3°C) and a low-temperature of -0°F (-17.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 92%.

How much does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 1.5 days. Throughout February, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February in Shishmaref?

In Shishmaref, in February, during 10.2 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In Shishmaref, the average day length in February is 8h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 11:02 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:17 am and sunset at 7:15 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Shishmaref?

In Shishmaref, the average sunshine duration in February is 2.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Shishmaref?

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

How high is the UV index in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in February
Shishmaref, AK

Average temperature in February - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average high temperature in February: 9.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (52.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 0°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (45.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (-0.8°F).

Average pressure in February
Shishmaref, AK

Average pressure in February - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average pressure in February: 29.9"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and May (29.95"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.74"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Shishmaref, AK

Average wind speed in February - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average wind speed in February: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (14.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9mph).

Average humidity in February
Shishmaref, AK

Average humidity in February - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average humidity in February: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, September and October (79%).

Average rainfall in February
Shishmaref, AK

Average rainfall in February - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in February
Shishmaref, AK

Average rainfall days in February - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average rainfall days in February: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (12.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in February
Shishmaref, AK

Average snowfall in February - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Shishmaref, AK

Average snowfall days in February - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 19h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 2h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Shishmaref, AK

Average sunshine days in February - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (14.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Shishmaref, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Shishmaref, AK

Average cloud cover in February - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average cloud cover in February: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 45).

Average visibility in February
Shishmaref, AK

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

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

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