February weather forecast
Dorchester, IA

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another freezing cold month in Dorchester, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature in February, at a still freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C), reveals a modest deviation from January's 21.7°F (-5.7°C). Throughout the month of February, Dorchester sees a steady low-temperature average of 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

Humidity

In Dorchester, Iowa, the average relative humidity in February is 89%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout February, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dorchester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.5 days and collects up to 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 11.4 days and typically aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 3.5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during February translates into the following directions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

February temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and a low-temperature of 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In Dorchester, the average relative humidity in February is 89%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Dorchester, during February, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 11.4 days and typically aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In Dorchester, in February, snow falls for 11.4 days, with typically accumulated 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dorchester have in February?

In Dorchester, the average day length in February is 10h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In Dorchester, the average sunshine duration in February is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk 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
Dorchester, IA

Average temperature in February - Dorchester, IA
  • Average high temperature in February: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 12.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.8°F).

Average pressure in February
Dorchester, IA

Average pressure in February - Dorchester, IA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Dorchester, IA

Average wind speed in February - Dorchester, IA
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Dorchester, IA

Average humidity in February - Dorchester, IA
  • Average humidity in February: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in February
Dorchester, IA

Average rainfall in February - Dorchester, IA
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in February
Dorchester, IA

Average rainfall days in February - Dorchester, IA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Dorchester, IA

Average snowfall in February - Dorchester, IA
  • Average snowfall in February: 5.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Dorchester, IA

Average snowfall days in February - Dorchester, IA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Dorchester, IA
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in February
Dorchester, IA

Average sunshine days in February - Dorchester, IA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Dorchester, IA

Average UV index in February - Dorchester, IA
  • Average UV index in February: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Dorchester, IA

Average cloud cover in February - Dorchester, IA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in February
Dorchester, IA

Average visibility in February - Dorchester, IA
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

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