February weather forecast
Thornton, IA

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Thornton, is another freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 14.2°F (-9.9°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of February manifests an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. February generally records an average low-temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Humidity

In Thornton, the average relative humidity in February is 86%.

Rainfall

In Thornton, in February, during 2.8 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 136.3 rainfall days, and 26.18" (665mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Thornton are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 9.2 days and typically aggregates up to 5.94" (151mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Thornton, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of February, in Thornton, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Thornton are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during February translates into the following directions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Thornton in February?

In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Thornton, Iowa, are 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and 14.2°F (-9.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February in Thornton?

In February, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How much does it rain in Thornton in February?

In Thornton, Iowa, in February, during 2.8 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Thornton?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 9.2 days and typically aggregates up to 5.94" (151mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Thornton in February?

In Thornton, in February, snow falls for 9.2 days, with typically accumulated 5.94" (151mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February in Thornton?

The average day length in February in Thornton, Iowa, is 10h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Thornton?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Thornton have in February?

In Thornton, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Thornton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in February in Thornton?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Thornton, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Thornton, IA

Average temperature in February - Thornton, IA
  • Average high temperature in February: 27.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in February
Thornton, IA

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

Average wind speed in February
Thornton, IA

Average wind speed in February - Thornton, IA
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in February
Thornton, IA

Average humidity in February - Thornton, IA
  • Average humidity in February: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in February
Thornton, IA

Average rainfall in February - Thornton, IA
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in February
Thornton, IA

Average rainfall days in February - Thornton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Thornton, IA

Average snowfall in February - Thornton, IA
  • Average snowfall in February: 5.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Thornton, IA

Average snowfall days in February - Thornton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • 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: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
Thornton, IA

Average sunshine days in February - Thornton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in February
Thornton, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Thornton, IA

Average cloud cover in February - Thornton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in February
Thornton, IA

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

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

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