February weather forecast
Knife River, MN

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Knife River, is another freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 9.3°F (-12.6°C) and max 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

Knife River transitions into February recording an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 21°F (-6.1°C), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. Knife River records a consistent low-temperature of 9.3°F (-12.6°C) during February nights.

Humidity

In Knife River, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in February is 88%.

Rainfall

In February, in Knife River, the rain falls for 1.9 days. Throughout February, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Knife River, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115 days and collects up to 21.5" (546mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Knife River, during February, snow falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.63" (143mm) of snow. In Knife River, during the entire year, snow falls for 85 days and aggregates up to 32.6" (828mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of February, in Knife River, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 3.4h.

UV index

In Knife River, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Knife River?

During February, Knife River experiences an average high-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C) and a low-temperature of 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Knife River?

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

How much does it rain in Knife River in February?

In Knife River, in February, during 1.9 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Knife River in February?

In Knife River, in February, snow falls for 16.3 days, with typically accumulated 5.63" (143mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Knife River have in February?

The average day length in February in Knife River, Minnesota, is 10h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Knife River?

On the first day of February in Knife River, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Knife River?

The average sunshine duration in February in Knife River, Minnesota, is 3.4h.

How high is the UV index in February in Knife River?

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

Average temperature in February - Knife River, MN
  • Average high temperature in February: 21°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 9.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in February
Knife River, MN

Average pressure in February - Knife River, MN
  • Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Knife River, MN

Average wind speed in February - Knife River, MN
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in February
Knife River, MN

Average humidity in February - Knife River, MN
  • Average humidity in February: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in February
Knife River, MN

Average rainfall in February - Knife River, MN
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in February
Knife River, MN

Average rainfall days in February - Knife River, MN
  • Average rainfall days in February: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Knife River, MN

Average snowfall in February - Knife River, MN
  • Average snowfall in February: 5.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Knife River, MN

Average snowfall days in February - Knife River, MN
  • Average snowfall days in February: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Knife River, MN

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

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

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 2min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in February
Knife River, MN

Average sunshine days in February - Knife River, MN
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.6 days).

Average UV index in February
Knife River, MN

Average UV index in February - Knife River, MN
  • Average UV index in February: 2

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

Average cloud cover in February
Knife River, MN

Average cloud cover in February - Knife River, MN
  • Average cloud cover in February: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in February
Knife River, MN

Average visibility in February - Knife River, MN
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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