February weather forecast
Backus, MN

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Backus, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 5.4°F (-14.8°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of February notes an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C), subtly shifted from January's 17.2°F (-8.2°C). In February, the average low-temperature records at a frigid cold 5.4°F (-14.8°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 2.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In February, it is snowing for 18.7 days. Throughout February, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 94.6 snowfall days, and 27.52" (699mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Backus, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 2.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Backus are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In February, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

The high-temperature during February is 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and the low-temperature is 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 92%.

What is the driest month?

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 2.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in February?

In Backus, in February, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In Backus, in February, during 18.7 snowfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 2.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Backus are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in February?

In Backus, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Backus, MN

Average temperature in February - Backus, MN
  • Average high temperature in February: 20.3°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 (17.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 5.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.2°F).

Average pressure in February
Backus, MN

Average pressure in February - Backus, MN
  • Average pressure in February: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Backus, MN

Average wind speed in February - Backus, MN
  • Average wind speed in February: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in February
Backus, MN

Average humidity in February - Backus, MN
  • Average humidity in February: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in February
Backus, MN

Average rainfall in February - Backus, MN
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in February
Backus, MN

Average rainfall days in February - Backus, MN
  • Average rainfall days in February: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in February
Backus, MN

Average snowfall in February - Backus, MN
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Backus, MN

Average snowfall days in February - Backus, MN
  • Average snowfall days in February: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Backus, MN

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Backus, MN
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in February
Backus, MN

Average sunshine days in February - Backus, MN
  • Average sunshine days in February: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in February
Backus, MN

Average UV index in February - Backus, MN
  • Average UV index in February: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Backus, MN

Average cloud cover in February - Backus, MN
  • Average cloud cover in February: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in February
Backus, MN

Average visibility in February - Backus, MN
  • Average visibility in February: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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