February weather forecast
Independence, MN

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Independence, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and an average low of 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

Temperature

As Independence transitions from January to February, the average high-temperatures adjust to a still subzero cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C), nearly the same as the previous 19.8°F (-6.8°C). The average temperature during February nights dips to an extreme cold 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

Humidity

In Independence, the average relative humidity in February is 88%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout February, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Independence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.6 days and collects up to 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Independence, during February, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow. In Independence, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.7 days and aggregates up to 20" (508mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Independence, Minnesota, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Independence, Minnesota, the average sunshine in February is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in February leads to these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

In February, in Independence, the average high-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How much does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout February, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in February?

In Independence, in February, during 11.8 snowfall days, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In Independence, the average day length in February is 10h and 27min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Independence have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 3.5h.

What are the months 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 intensity in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability 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
Independence, MN

Average temperature in February - Independence, MN
  • Average high temperature in February: 23.4°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 (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 9.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

Average pressure in February
Independence, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Independence, MN

Average wind speed in February - Independence, MN
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in February
Independence, MN

Average humidity in February - Independence, MN
  • Average humidity in February: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).

Average rainfall in February
Independence, MN

Average rainfall in February - Independence, MN
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in February
Independence, MN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in February
Independence, MN

Average snowfall in February - Independence, MN
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Independence, MN

Average snowfall days in February - Independence, MN
  • Average snowfall days in February: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Independence, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in February
Independence, MN

Average sunshine days in February - Independence, MN
  • Average sunshine days in February: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in February
Independence, MN

Average UV index in February - Independence, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Independence, MN

Average cloud cover in February - Independence, MN
  • Average cloud cover in February: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in February
Independence, MN

Average visibility in February - Independence, 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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