February weather forecast
Prairie City, IA

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another freezing cold month in Prairie City, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 17.6°F (-8°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of February marks an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C), hardly differing from January's 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In February, the average low-temperature is a still subzero cold 17.6°F (-8°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Prairie City, in February, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 104.4 rainfall days, and 10.71" (272mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Prairie City, Iowa, during February, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27.7 snowfall days, and 4.61" (117mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Prairie City, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 38min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Prairie City, the average sunshine in February is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in February transforms into this advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Prairie City, is 31.5°F (-0.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 17.6°F (-8°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

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

How much does it rain in February?

In Prairie City, Iowa, in February, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in February?

In Prairie City, in February, during 7.6 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Prairie City have in February?

In Prairie City, Iowa, 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 7:24 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST.

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

In Prairie City, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in February?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 17.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in February
Prairie City, IA

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

Average wind speed in February
Prairie City, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in February
Prairie City, IA

Average humidity in February - Prairie City, 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
Prairie City, IA

Average rainfall in February - Prairie City, IA
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in February
Prairie City, IA

Average rainfall days in February - Prairie City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Prairie City, IA

Average snowfall in February - Prairie City, IA
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Prairie City, IA

Average snowfall days in February - Prairie City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Prairie City, IA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Prairie City, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 4min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in February
Prairie City, IA

Average sunshine days in February - Prairie City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

Average UV index in February
Prairie City, IA

Average UV index in February - Prairie City, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Prairie City, IA

Average cloud cover in February - Prairie City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 51

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

Average visibility in February
Prairie City, IA

Average visibility in February - Prairie City, 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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