February weather forecast
Salmon, ID

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Bright yellow trees along the shores of the iconic Salmon River in Salmon, Idaho
Bright yellow trees along the shores of the iconic Salmon River in Salmon, Idaho

Weather in February

Barely discernible from its predecessor, February in Salmon picks up where January left off. The city continues to be a winter wonderland, ideal for skiing and snowboarding. However, snowfall is usually slightly more copious during this month, reaching up to 5" (127mm). The shifting weather dynamics are subtle, culminating in a slightly longer daylight duration enhancing the winter vista. The month ends leaving behind whirls of snow and giving a glimpse of the forthcoming spring.

Temperature

Salmon, Idaho, registers an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) at the commencement of February, closely related to the preceding month. In Salmon, the average temperature during the nights of February drops to an extreme cold 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 89%, February is the most humid month in Salmon.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout February, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Salmon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.5 days and collects up to 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Salmon, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:42 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:22 pm MST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in February translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

During February, Salmon experiences an average high-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and a low-temperature of 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 89%, February is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in February in Salmon?

The average relative humidity in February is 89%.

How much does it rain in Salmon in February?

In Salmon, in February, during 7.4 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Salmon, Idaho, during February, snow falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:22 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In Salmon, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in February?

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
Salmon, ID

Average temperature in February - Salmon, ID
  • Average high temperature in February: 27.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 10.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (47.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (9.5°F).

Average pressure in February
Salmon, ID

Average pressure in February - Salmon, ID
  • Average pressure in February: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Salmon, ID

Average wind speed in February - Salmon, ID
  • Average wind speed in February: 4.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in February
Salmon, ID

Average humidity in February - Salmon, ID
  • Average humidity in February: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).

Average rainfall in February
Salmon, ID

Average rainfall in February - Salmon, ID
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.51").

Average rainfall days in February
Salmon, ID

Average rainfall days in February - Salmon, ID
  • Average rainfall days in February: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Salmon, ID

Average snowfall in February - Salmon, ID
  • Average snowfall in February: 5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Salmon, ID

Average snowfall days in February - Salmon, ID
  • Average snowfall days in February: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Salmon, ID

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Salmon, ID
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in February
Salmon, ID

Average sunshine days in February - Salmon, ID
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.7 days).

Average UV index in February
Salmon, ID

Average UV index in February - Salmon, ID
  • Average UV index in February: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Salmon, ID

Average cloud cover in February - Salmon, ID
  • Average cloud cover in February: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in February
Salmon, ID

Average visibility in February - Salmon, ID
  • 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 and December (4mi).

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