February weather forecast
Fort Ripley, MN

Share

Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another freezing cold month in Fort Ripley, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and an average low of 6.6°F (-14.1°C).

Temperature

In February, Fort Ripley experiences a barely noticeable shift in meteorological conditions, with average high-temperatures moving from 17.8°F (-7.9°C) in January to a still freezing cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C). Fort Ripley sees an average low-temperature of 6.6°F (-14.1°C) during February.

Humidity

In Fort Ripley, the average relative humidity in February is 91%.

Rainfall

In Fort Ripley, during February, the rain falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 106.3 rainfall days, and 18.39" (467mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In February, it is snowing for 18.9 days. Throughout February, 5.79" (147mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 89.9 snowfall days, and 32.48" (825mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 2.9h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in February translates into these instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

In February, in Fort Ripley, the average high-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 6.6°F (-14.1°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Fort Ripley?

In Fort Ripley, the average relative humidity in February is 91%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Fort Ripley, in February, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In Fort Ripley, during February, snow falls for 18.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.79" (147mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In Fort Ripley, the average sunshine duration in February is 2.9h.

When is 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 intensity in February?

In Fort Ripley, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Fort Ripley, MN

Average temperature in February - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average high temperature in February: 21.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 6.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).

Average pressure in February
Fort Ripley, MN

Average pressure in February - Fort Ripley, 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
Fort Ripley, MN

Average wind speed in February - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average wind speed in February: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in February
Fort Ripley, MN

Average humidity in February - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average humidity in February: 91%

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

Average rainfall in February
Fort Ripley, MN

Average rainfall in February - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in February
Fort Ripley, MN

Average rainfall days in February - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in February
Fort Ripley, MN

Average snowfall in February - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average snowfall in February: 5.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Fort Ripley, MN

Average snowfall days in February - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average snowfall days in February: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Fort Ripley, MN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
Fort Ripley, MN

Average sunshine days in February - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average sunshine days in February: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11 days).

Average UV index in February
Fort Ripley, MN

Average UV index in February - Fort Ripley, 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
Fort Ripley, MN

Average cloud cover in February - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average cloud cover in February: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in February
Fort Ripley, MN

Average visibility in February - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average visibility in February: 4mi

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

Fort Ripley, Minnesota, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location