February weather forecast
Cottage Grove, MN

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Weather in February

February maintains a winter grip on Cottage Grove, albeit slightly relaxing compared to January. There's a slight increase in daily high temperatures, and the daylight hours also inch up. However, the city remains under snow cover, blanketing Cottage Grove in a serene white layover. Although it's another winter month, the inhabitants start noticing the early signs of spring approaching, with small changes in the environment. This is the last full month of a typical Cottage Grove winter, as March begins to bring transformation.

Temperature

The transition into February shows a subtle variation to a still subzero cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C) from January's 20.7°F (-6.3°C) in the average high-temperature. Cottage Grove's average low-temperature for the month of February records at a frigid cold 10.4°F (-12°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Cottage Grove, in February, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 128.1 rainfall days, and 22.83" (580mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 14.1 days and typically aggregates up to 5.91" (150mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 28min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 3.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during February leads to these instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and 10.4°F (-12°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February?

In Cottage Grove, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in February is 88%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Cottage Grove, during February, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.1 days and accumulates 5.91" (150mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Cottage Grove, in February, during 14.1 snowfall days, 5.91" (150mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In Cottage Grove, Minnesota, the average day length in February is 10h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Cottage Grove?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cottage Grove have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 3.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in February?

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

Average temperature in February
Cottage Grove, MN

Average temperature in February - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average high temperature in February: 24.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 10.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in February
Cottage Grove, MN

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

Average wind speed in February
Cottage Grove, MN

Average wind speed in February - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in February
Cottage Grove, MN

Average humidity in February - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average humidity in February: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in February
Cottage Grove, MN

Average rainfall in February - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in February
Cottage Grove, MN

Average rainfall days in February - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Cottage Grove, MN

Average snowfall in February - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average snowfall in February: 5.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Cottage Grove, MN

Average snowfall days in February - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average snowfall days in February: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Cottage Grove, MN

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 1min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in February
Cottage Grove, MN

Average sunshine days in February - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in February
Cottage Grove, MN

Average UV index in February - Cottage Grove, 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
Cottage Grove, MN

Average cloud cover in February - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average cloud cover in February: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in February
Cottage Grove, MN

Average visibility in February - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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