February weather forecast
Dakota, MN

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Dakota, is another freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 11.5°F (-11.4°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

Dakota's February showcases an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C), hardly distinct from January's 21.4°F (-5.9°C). Dakota encounters a steady low-temperature average of 11.5°F (-11.4°C) throughout the month of February.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 89%.

Rainfall

In Dakota, in February, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dakota, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137 days and collects up to 27.01" (686mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 13.4 days and typically aggregates up to 5.87" (149mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Dakota is 10h and 31min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Dakota, the average sunshine in February is 3.4h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

February temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and a low-temperature of 11.5°F (-11.4°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 89%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Dakota, in February, during 3.6 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.4 days and accumulates 5.87" (149mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In Dakota, Minnesota, during February, snow falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.87" (149mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in February
Dakota, MN

Average temperature in February - Dakota, MN
  • Average high temperature in February: 25.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 11.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

Average pressure in February
Dakota, MN

Average pressure in February - Dakota, MN
  • 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Dakota, MN

Average wind speed in February - Dakota, MN
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in February
Dakota, MN

Average humidity in February - Dakota, MN
  • Average humidity in February: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in February
Dakota, MN

Average rainfall in February - Dakota, MN
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in February
Dakota, MN

Average rainfall days in February - Dakota, MN
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in February
Dakota, MN

Average snowfall in February - Dakota, MN
  • Average snowfall in February: 5.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Dakota, MN

Average snowfall days in February - Dakota, MN
  • Average snowfall days in February: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in February
Dakota, MN

Average sunshine days in February - Dakota, MN
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.4 days).

Average UV index in February
Dakota, MN

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Dakota, MN

Average cloud cover in February - Dakota, MN
  • Average cloud cover in February: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in February
Dakota, MN

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

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

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