February weather forecast
Wainwright, AK

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another polar cold month in Wainwright, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between min -9.4°F (-23°C) and max -0°F (-17.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of February brings with it an average high-temperature of a still arctic cold -0°F (-17.8°C), showing a negligible variation from the month before. An average low-temperature of -9.4°F (-23°C) is observed in Wainwright during the February nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 94%.

Rainfall

In Wainwright, during February, the rain falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 66.3 rainfall days, and 7.99" (203mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Wainwright, in February, during 14.2 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wainwright, there are 134.6 snowfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Wainwright, the average length of the day in February is 7h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:35 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 9:09 am and sunset at 6:35 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 1.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in February transforms into this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

The average high-temperature, in February, in Wainwright, is -0°F (-17.8°C), while the average low-temperature is -9.4°F (-23°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 94%.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 94%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Wainwright, in February, it is raining for 0.8 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Wainwright, in February, snow falls for 14.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In Wainwright, the average day length in February is 7h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:35 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:09 am and sunset at 6:35 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In Wainwright, the average sunshine duration in February is 1.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, September 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 Wainwright, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Wainwright, AK

Average temperature in February - Wainwright, AK
  • Average high temperature in February: 0°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (49.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: -9.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.3°F).

Average pressure in February
Wainwright, AK

Average pressure in February - Wainwright, AK
  • Average pressure in February: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Wainwright, AK

Average wind speed in February - Wainwright, AK
  • Average wind speed in February: 12.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (14.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.7mph).

Average humidity in February
Wainwright, AK

Average humidity in February - Wainwright, AK
  • Average humidity in February: 94%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

Average rainfall in February
Wainwright, AK

Average rainfall in February - Wainwright, AK
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in February
Wainwright, AK

Average rainfall days in February - Wainwright, AK
  • Average rainfall days in February: 0.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.7 days).

Average snowfall in February
Wainwright, AK

Average snowfall in February - Wainwright, AK
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is October (3.43").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.08").

Average snowfall days in February
Wainwright, AK

Average snowfall days in February - Wainwright, AK
  • Average snowfall days in February: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.4 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.9 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Wainwright, AK
  • Average daylight in February: 7h and 1min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 1h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are July and December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in February
Wainwright, AK

Average sunshine days in February - Wainwright, AK
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (9.6 days).

Average UV index in February
Wainwright, AK

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Wainwright, AK

Average cloud cover in February - Wainwright, AK
  • Average cloud cover in February: 83

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in February
Wainwright, AK

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

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

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