February weather forecast
Newton, IA

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Weather in February

Moving into February, Newton experiences a slight uptick in temperature, though winter's hold remains firm. The increase in snowfall days from 8.4 to 7.3 suggests slightly milder conditions. With only 10.6 daylight hours and a UV index of 2, February retains its wintery character. As pressure measures at 30.14 in, it can amplify the severity of cold fronts. Dominantly overcast skies, with a cloud presence of 52%, augment the month's dreariness.

Temperature

Newton's shift into February is marked by a subtle change to a still freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) from January's 27.1°F (-2.7°C) in temperature. In February, Newton experiences a temperature dip to an average of 17.4°F (-8.1°C) at night.

Humidity

In Newton, the average relative humidity in February is 83%.

Rainfall

January, February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Newton. In Newton, Iowa, in February, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.8 snowfall days, and 5.28" (134mm) 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 7:24 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in February translates into the following instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

In Newton, 31.5°F (-0.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 17.4°F (-8.1°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

What is the average humidity in February?

In Newton, the average relative humidity in February is 83%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January, February and December Rain falls for 3.4 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 3.4 days. Throughout February, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in February?

In Newton, Iowa, in February, during 7.3 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What is the UV index reading in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Newton, IA

Average temperature in February - Newton, IA
  • Average high temperature in February: 31.5°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 (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 17.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in February
Newton, IA

Average pressure in February - Newton, IA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Newton, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in February
Newton, IA

Average humidity in February - Newton, IA
  • Average humidity in February: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in February
Newton, IA

Average rainfall in February - Newton, IA
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0.39").

Average rainfall days in February
Newton, IA

Average rainfall days in February - Newton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in February
Newton, IA

Average snowfall in February - Newton, IA
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Newton, IA

Average snowfall days in February - Newton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 7.3 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
Newton, IA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Newton, 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 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
Newton, IA

Average sunshine days in February - Newton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in February
Newton, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in February
Newton, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in February
Newton, IA

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

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

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