February weather forecast
Johnston, IA

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Weather in February

Moving from January to February, Johnston sees the winter's grip begin to slightly ease. Despite February being the tail end of winter, it is not devoid of its own frosty appeal. The temperatures, while still hovering in the low range, are beginning to climb, melting snow, and paving the way for spring. Ice fishing remains popular this month while snow lovers cherish the final opportunities for winter recreation. February's charm lies in the balance between winter's embrace and the imminent arrival of spring.

Temperature

The onset of February in Johnston brings with it an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C), showing a negligible variation from the month before. Johnston observes an average nighttime temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C) during February.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 82%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout February, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 114.6 rainfall days, and 15.51" (394mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Johnston, in February, during 7.7 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.6 snowfall days, and 6.77" (172mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

In Johnston, 31.5°F (-0.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 18°F (-7.8°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Johnston, in February, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Johnston, in February, during 7.7 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Johnston have in February?

In Johnston, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.9h.

How high is the UV index in February in Johnston?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Johnston, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in February
Johnston, IA

Average pressure in February - Johnston, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Johnston, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in February
Johnston, IA

Average humidity in February - Johnston, IA
  • Average humidity in February: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in February
Johnston, IA

Average rainfall in February - Johnston, IA
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.51"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in February
Johnston, IA

Average rainfall days in February - Johnston, IA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in February
Johnston, IA

Average snowfall in February - Johnston, IA
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Johnston, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Johnston, 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 5min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in February
Johnston, IA

Average sunshine days in February - Johnston, IA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in February
Johnston, IA

Average UV index in February - Johnston, 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
Johnston, IA

Average cloud cover in February - Johnston, IA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in February
Johnston, IA

Average visibility in February - Johnston, 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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