February weather forecast
Benson, MN

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a subzero cold month in Benson, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 7.9°F (-13.4°C) and 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Temperature

Welcoming February, Benson notes an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C), nearly consistent with January's 18.7°F (-7.4°C). The temperature dips to an average of 7.9°F (-13.4°C) during February nights.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 2.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Benson, during February, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.3 snowfall days, and 17.91" (455mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Benson, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 26min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in February leads to these recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and 7.9°F (-13.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 87%.

What is the driest month?

January and February are months with the least rain in Benson when the rain falls for 2.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 2.1 days. Throughout February, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Benson, in February, during 9.7 snowfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length in Benson is 10h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In Benson, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in February is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in February?

In Benson, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in February
Benson, MN

Average temperature in February - Benson, MN
  • Average high temperature in February: 22.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 7.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.6°F).

Average pressure in February
Benson, MN

Average pressure in February - Benson, MN
  • Average pressure in February: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Benson, MN

Average wind speed in February - Benson, MN
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.6mph).

Average humidity in February
Benson, MN

Average humidity in February - Benson, MN
  • Average humidity in February: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).

Average rainfall in February
Benson, MN

Average rainfall in February - Benson, MN
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in February
Benson, MN

Average rainfall days in February - Benson, MN
  • Average rainfall days in February: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2 days).

Average snowfall in February
Benson, MN

Average snowfall in February - Benson, MN
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Benson, MN

Average snowfall days in February - Benson, MN
  • Average snowfall days in February: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in February
Benson, MN

Average sunshine days in February - Benson, MN
  • Average sunshine days in February: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in February
Benson, MN

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

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

Average cloud cover in February
Benson, MN

Average cloud cover in February - Benson, MN
  • Average cloud cover in February: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in February
Benson, MN

Average visibility in February - Benson, MN
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

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

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