February weather forecast
Whittier, IA

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Whittier, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and an average low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Temperature

February's beginning signals an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C), barely different from January's 25.5°F (-3.6°C). Whittier's nighttime temperature in February drops to an average of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 85%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is February, when the rain falls for 5.5 days and typically collects 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In February, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout February, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated. In Whittier, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.8 days and aggregates up to 15.16" (385mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:19 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 is 4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in February converts into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

During February, Whittier experiences an average high-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and a low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 85%.

What is the driest month?

February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in February in Whittier?

In February, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout February, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Whittier, in February, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Whittier have in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 37min.

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 5:19 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 Whittier have in February?

In Whittier, the average sunshine duration in February is 4h.

How high is the UV index in February?

In Whittier, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Whittier, IA

Average temperature in February - Whittier, IA
  • Average high temperature in February: 29.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in February
Whittier, IA

Average pressure in February - Whittier, IA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Whittier, IA

Average wind speed in February - Whittier, IA
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in February
Whittier, IA

Average humidity in February - Whittier, IA
  • Average humidity in February: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in February
Whittier, IA

Average rainfall in February - Whittier, IA
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.02").

Average rainfall days in February
Whittier, IA

Average rainfall days in February - Whittier, IA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in February
Whittier, IA

Average snowfall in February - Whittier, IA
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Whittier, IA

Average snowfall days in February - Whittier, IA
  • Average snowfall days in February: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Whittier, 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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February
Whittier, IA

Average sunshine days in February - Whittier, IA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in February
Whittier, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Whittier, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in February
Whittier, IA

Average visibility in February - Whittier, 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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