February weather forecast
Colfax, IA

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Colfax, is another freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and min 17.6°F (-8°C).

Temperature

As February takes hold, the average high-temperature is a still freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. February brings Colfax a consistent average low-temperature of 17.6°F (-8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in Colfax is 83%.

Rainfall

In Colfax, in February, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Colfax, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.4 days and collects up to 10.71" (272mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Colfax are January through May, October through December. In Colfax, during February, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Colfax, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.7 days and aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Colfax is 10h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of February, in Colfax, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Colfax, the average sunshine in February is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Colfax. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in February leads to these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Colfax in February?

In Colfax, 31.5°F (-0.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 17.6°F (-8°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

What is the average humidity in February in Colfax?

In Colfax, the average relative humidity in February is 83%.

How much does it rain in Colfax in February?

In February, in Colfax, Iowa, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout February, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February in Colfax?

In Colfax, in February, during 7.6 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Colfax have in February?

The average day length in February in Colfax is 10h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Colfax?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Colfax have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Colfax is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Colfax?

The months with the lowest UV index in Colfax, Iowa, are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in February in Colfax?

In Colfax, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Colfax, IA

Average temperature in February - Colfax, IA
  • Average high temperature in February: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 17.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in February
Colfax, IA

Average pressure in February - Colfax, IA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Colfax, IA

Average wind speed in February - Colfax, IA
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in February
Colfax, IA

Average humidity in February - Colfax, IA
  • Average humidity in February: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in February
Colfax, IA

Average rainfall in February - Colfax, IA
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in February
Colfax, IA

Average rainfall days in February - Colfax, IA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Colfax, IA

Average snowfall in February - Colfax, IA
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Colfax, IA

Average snowfall days in February - Colfax, IA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Colfax, IA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Colfax, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in February
Colfax, IA

Average sunshine days in February - Colfax, IA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

Average UV index in February
Colfax, IA

Average UV index in February - Colfax, IA
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Colfax, IA

Average cloud cover in February - Colfax, IA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in February
Colfax, IA

Average visibility in February - Colfax, IA
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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