February weather forecast
Iowa City, IA

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Golden and brown trees in a scenic, neat lawn near the mighty grandeur of the Old Capitol building, Iowa City
Golden and brown trees in a scenic, neat lawn near the mighty grandeur of the Old Capitol building, Iowa City

Weather in February

A slight increase in temperature signifies the start of February. However, the weather remains well below freezing with snow occasionally adding a fresh layer to the winter landscape. Wind speeds remain high, amplifying the felt chilliness. Brighter days start to appear more frequently towards the end of the month, hinting towards the approaching spring.

Temperature

The shift into February records an average high-temperature of a cold 32°F (0°C), subtly varied from January's 27.3°F (-2.6°C). Iowa City's nights in February experience an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 19°F (-7.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 82%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 5 days and accumulates 1.34" (34mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Iowa City, during February, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.7 snowfall days, and 16.42" (417mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 38min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Iowa City is 4.3h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in February translates into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

In February, in Iowa City, the average high-temperature is 32°F (0°C), and the average low-temperature is 19°F (-7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 82%.

What is the driest month?

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in February?

In February, in Iowa City, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout February, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Iowa City, during February, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In Iowa City, the average day length in February is 10h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Iowa City have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 4.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in February?

In Iowa City, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe 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
Iowa City, IA

Average temperature in February - Iowa City, IA
  • Average high temperature in February: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 19°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 (15.3°F).

Average pressure in February
Iowa City, IA

Average pressure in February - Iowa City, IA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.12"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
Iowa City, IA

Average wind speed in February - Iowa City, 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 (6.9mph).

Average humidity in February
Iowa City, IA

Average humidity in February - Iowa City, IA
  • Average humidity in February: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in February
Iowa City, IA

Average rainfall in February - Iowa City, IA
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.69").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.34").

Average rainfall days in February
Iowa City, IA

Average rainfall days in February - Iowa City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).

Average snowfall in February
Iowa City, IA

Average snowfall in February - Iowa City, IA
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.84"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Iowa City, IA

Average snowfall days in February - Iowa City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
Iowa City, IA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Iowa City, 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 2min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in February
Iowa City, IA

Average sunshine days in February - Iowa City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in February
Iowa City, IA

Average UV index in February - Iowa City, IA
  • Average UV index in February: 2

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

Average cloud cover in February
Iowa City, IA

Average cloud cover in February - Iowa City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in February
Iowa City, IA

Average visibility in February - Iowa City, 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).

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