February weather forecast
Cedar Rapids, IA

Share
Nice aerial capture of the skyline over Cedar Rapids in Iowa
Nice aerial capture of the skyline over Cedar Rapids in Iowa

Weather in February

February sees a slight increase in some parameters compared to January, but Cedar Rapids residents should still brace for wintry conditions. Temperature highs can reach a slightly more tolerable 30.6°F (-0.8°C). Despite the increase in temperature, snow remains a constant. The days begin to get a bit longer, offering a precious few additional minutes of daylight. Compared to the breezier January, February sees a slight slowing of the winds.

Temperature

February's beginning signals an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C), barely different from January's 26.2°F (-3.2°C). Cedar Rapids records a steady low-temperature average of 17.6°F (-8°C) during February.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 3 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Cedar Rapids, during February, snow falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.1 snowfall days, and 8.43" (214mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Cedar Rapids, the average sunshine in February is 4.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

Cedar Rapids in February has an average high-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 17.6°F (-8°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 84%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 3 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Cedar Rapids in February?

In Cedar Rapids, during February, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 8.8 days. Throughout February, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cedar Rapids have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

How high is the UV index in February?

In Cedar Rapids, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Cedar Rapids, IA

Average temperature in February - Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Average high temperature in February: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 17.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in February
Cedar Rapids, IA

Average pressure in February - Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Cedar Rapids, IA

Average wind speed in February - Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in February
Cedar Rapids, IA

Average humidity in February - Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Average humidity in February: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in February
Cedar Rapids, IA

Average rainfall in February - Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in February
Cedar Rapids, IA

Average rainfall days in February - Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Cedar Rapids, IA

Average snowfall in February - Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Cedar Rapids, IA

Average snowfall days in February - Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Cedar Rapids, IA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in February
Cedar Rapids, IA

Average sunshine days in February - Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Cedar Rapids, IA

Average UV index in February - Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Cedar Rapids, IA

Average cloud cover in February - Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in February
Cedar Rapids, IA

Average visibility in February - Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location