February weather forecast
Iowa, USA

February sees Iowa gradually transitioning from the deep chill of mid-winter, though the temperatures remain decidedly cold. Daytime temperatures in February, while still often below freezing, tend to be milder than the extreme lows of January. However, nights can still plummet to very low temperatures, sometimes approaching values as chilly as -20°F (-28.9°C), though such extremes are less frequent compared to January.

Snow remains a consistent presence throughout February. While accumulations tend to be moderate, similar to January, the frequency of snowfall events may increase. This leads to the landscape often being blanketed in white, providing a picturesque setting, especially in Iowa's rolling hills and valleys.

Comparatively, the state sees a slight uptick in liquid precipitation in February. Rainfall is more common, especially as the month progresses, heralding the upcoming spring. This increase in moisture, combined with the snowmelt from warming temperatures, can sometimes result in icy conditions, especially during the mornings or in shaded areas.

Regarding regional variations, cities situated near large rivers, such as Davenport along the Mississippi River, might experience marginally less extreme cold due to the water's slight warming influence. However, overall, February maintains its winter identity throughout most of Iowa, with the promise of spring just around the corner.

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• Des Moines - February »
  In Des Moines, during February, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow. In Des Moines, during February, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.
• Cedar Rapids - February »
  In Cedar Rapids in February, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow. In Cedar Rapids, in February, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow.
• Davenport - February »
  The month with the least rainfall in Davenport is February, when the rain falls for 4.8 days and typically collects 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. In Davenport during February, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow.
• Sioux City - February »
  January and February are months with the least rain in Sioux City when the rain falls for 3.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of rain. In February, in Sioux City the rain falls for 3.2 days.
• Iowa City - February »
  January and February are months with the least rain in Iowa City when the rain falls for 5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of rain. In Iowa City, during February, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.
• Waterloo - February »
  The months with the least rainfall in Waterloo are January and February Rain falls for 4 days and accumulates 1.02" (26mm) of rain. In Waterloo, in February, snow falls for 9.9 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow.
• Ames - February »
  In Ames during February, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Ames during February, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of snow.
• West Des Moines - February »
  In West Des Moines in February, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow. The months with the highest humidity in West Des Moines are January, February and June, with an average relative humidity of 82%.
• Council Bluffs - February »
  In Council Bluffs, during February, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow. In Council Bluffs during February, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.
• Dubuque - February »
  The months with the least rainfall in Dubuque are January and February Rain falls for 4.4 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of rain. The months with the highest humidity in Dubuque are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%.
• Ankeny - February »
  In Ankeny during February, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. In Ankeny, in February, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow.
• Urbandale - February »
  In Urbandale in February, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow. In Urbandale, in February, during 7.7 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated.