February weather forecast
Sault Ste. Marie, MI

As it transitions from January, February in Sault Ste. Marie continues to be dominated by winter conditions. With snow still abundant, winter sports continue unabated, and picturesque sceneries remain. Snowfall decreases to 18.6" (472mm) in February, reflecting a diminishing winter activity. Temperatures slightly rise, signaling the slow but gradual approach of spring. This period highlights late-winter festivities in the city, taking advantage of the still frosty conditions.

Temperature

February in Sault Ste. Marie experiences an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C), barely different from January's 23°F (-5°C). Sault Ste. Marie usually reports an average low-temperature of 9.3°F (-12.6°C) during the month of February.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Sault Ste. Marie is February, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically collects 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Sault Ste. Marie. In Sault Ste. Marie, in February, snow falls for 14.2 days, with typically accumulated 18.58" (472mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, there are 79.2 snowfall days, and 120.39" (3058mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

February through April, with an average ocean temperature of 35.6°F (2°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Sault Ste. Marie.
Note: In the realm of swimming, this is an immediate threat to life. Total loss of control over breathing happens instantly, complicating clear thought processes. The necessity of a specialized swimsuit to restrict thermal loss is paramount.

Daylight

In Sault Ste. Marie, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of February, in Sault Ste. Marie, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Sault Ste. Marie is 5.1h.

UV index

In Sault Ste. Marie, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in February converts into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.