February weather forecast
Elgin, IA

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another freezing cold month in Elgin, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and an average low of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

Temperature

As February takes hold, the average high-temperature is a still freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. An average low-temperature of 13.6°F (-10.2°C) is anticipated throughout the nights in Elgin during February.

Humidity

In Elgin, the average relative humidity in February is 88%.

Rainfall

In Elgin, Iowa, during February, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Elgin, there are 146.5 rainfall days, and 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. February is the month with the most snowfall in Elgin. Snow falls for 13 days and accumulates 6.5" (165mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of February, in Elgin, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 3.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Elgin?

In Elgin, 26.1°F (-3.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 13.6°F (-10.2°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

What is the average humidity in February in Elgin?

In Elgin, the average relative humidity in February is 88%.

How many days does it rain in February in Elgin?

In Elgin, in February, during 4.3 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Elgin?

February is the month with the most snowfall in Elgin. Snow falls for 13 days and accumulates 6.5" (165mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February in Elgin?

In Elgin, Iowa, during February, snow falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elgin have in February?

In Elgin, Iowa, the average day length in February is 10h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Elgin?

On the first day of February in Elgin, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Elgin?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Elgin?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Elgin is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Elgin, IA

Average temperature in February - Elgin, IA
  • Average high temperature in February: 26.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 13.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in February
Elgin, IA

Average pressure in February - Elgin, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Elgin, IA

Average wind speed in February - Elgin, IA
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in February
Elgin, IA

Average humidity in February - Elgin, IA
  • Average humidity in February: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).

Average rainfall in February
Elgin, IA

Average rainfall in February - Elgin, IA
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in February
Elgin, IA

Average rainfall days in February - Elgin, IA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 4.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Elgin, IA

Average snowfall in February - Elgin, IA
  • Average snowfall in February: 6.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Elgin, IA

Average snowfall days in February - Elgin, IA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 4min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Elgin, IA

Average sunshine days in February - Elgin, IA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.9 days).

Average UV index in February
Elgin, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Elgin, IA

Average cloud cover in February - Elgin, IA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in February
Elgin, IA

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

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

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