February weather forecast
Whittier, AK

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Weather in February

February’s weather builds upon January’s cold canvas, but with a slight uptick in average temperatures and a reduction in the number of rainfall days. Despite higher temperatures, February outdoes January in snowfall, astonished by the accumulation of 37.76" (959mm), making the month a compelling time for winter sports and activities. Moving on from February, longer day hours hint at the coming spring. Shovels and snow boots remain mandatory accessories, as the increased snowfall and intense cold continue to dominate the city's weather patterns.

Temperature

As Whittier welcomes February, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a still freezing cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C), showing little deviation from January's 20.1°F (-6.6°C). Throughout the month of February, the average temperature dips to an extreme cold 12.2°F (-11°C) at night.

Humidity

In Whittier, the average relative humidity in February is 90%.

Rainfall

In Whittier, in February, during 7.7 rainfall days, 7.13" (181mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Whittier, during the entire year, the rain falls for 199.9 days and collects up to 94.88" (2410mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Whittier, in February, during 18 snowfall days, 37.76" (959mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Whittier, during the entire year, snow falls for 111.4 days and aggregates up to 193.66" (4919mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Whittier, the average length of the day in February is 9h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:12 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:19 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in February interprets into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

In Whittier, 23.4°F (-4.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 12.2°F (-11°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

What is the average humidity in February?

In Whittier, the average relative humidity in February is 90%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout February, 7.13" (181mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 18 days. Throughout February, 37.76" (959mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

The average day length in February is 9h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 9:12 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:19 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Whittier have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in February?

In Whittier, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Whittier, AK

Average temperature in February - Whittier, AK
  • Average high temperature in February: 23.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (55°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 12.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in February
Whittier, AK

Average pressure in February - Whittier, AK
  • Average pressure in February: 29.81"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.65"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Whittier, AK

Average wind speed in February - Whittier, AK
  • Average wind speed in February: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.1mph).

Average humidity in February
Whittier, AK

Average humidity in February - Whittier, AK
  • Average humidity in February: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and April (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (82%).

Average rainfall in February
Whittier, AK

Average rainfall in February - Whittier, AK
  • Average rainfall in February: 7.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (12.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (3.9").

Average rainfall days in February
Whittier, AK

Average rainfall days in February - Whittier, AK
  • Average rainfall days in February: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in February
Whittier, AK

Average snowfall in February - Whittier, AK
  • Average snowfall in February: 37.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (46.38").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Whittier, AK

Average snowfall days in February - Whittier, AK
  • Average snowfall days in February: 18 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (21.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Whittier, 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: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in February
Whittier, AK

Average sunshine days in February - Whittier, AK
  • Average sunshine days in February: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (9.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (5.6 days).

Average UV index in February
Whittier, AK

Average UV index in February - Whittier, 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
Whittier, AK

Average cloud cover in February - Whittier, AK
  • Average cloud cover in February: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and June (Cloud cover 60).

Average visibility in February
Whittier, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).

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