February weather forecast
Houghton, IA

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is a cold month in Houghton, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

The transition from January to February brings an average high-temperature of a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C), barely different from January's 30.2°F (-1°C). The nights of February anticipate an average low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Humidity

In Houghton, the average relative humidity in February is 80%.

Rainfall

In Houghton, Iowa, in February, it is raining for 4.9 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Houghton, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.2 days and collects up to 28.98" (736mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Houghton, in February, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.06" (103mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.4 snowfall days, and 14.21" (361mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Houghton, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 40min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Houghton, the average sunshine in February is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In February, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Houghton?

In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Houghton are 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 21.9°F (-5.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February in Houghton?

In Houghton, Iowa, the average relative humidity in February is 80%.

How much does it rain in Houghton in February?

In Houghton, in February, it is raining for 4.9 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Houghton in February?

In Houghton, during February, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Houghton have in February?

The average day length in February in Houghton, Iowa, is 10h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Houghton?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Houghton have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Houghton, Iowa, is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Houghton?

The months with the lowest UV index in Houghton are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in February in Houghton?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Houghton, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe 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
Houghton, IA

Average temperature in February - Houghton, IA
  • Average high temperature in February: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in February
Houghton, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Houghton, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in February
Houghton, IA

Average humidity in February - Houghton, IA
  • Average humidity in February: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in February
Houghton, IA

Average rainfall in February - Houghton, IA
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.38").

Average rainfall days in February
Houghton, IA

Average rainfall days in February - Houghton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Houghton, IA

Average snowfall in February - Houghton, IA
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Houghton, IA

Average snowfall days in February - Houghton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 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
Houghton, IA

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

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

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in February
Houghton, IA

Average sunshine days in February - Houghton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in February
Houghton, IA

Average UV index in February - Houghton, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Houghton, IA

Average cloud cover in February - Houghton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 52

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

Average visibility in February
Houghton, IA

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

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

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