February weather forecast
Lafayette, MN

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a subzero cold month in Lafayette, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between max 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and min 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

Temperature

Welcoming February, Lafayette notes an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C), nearly consistent with January's 20.7°F (-6.3°C). Throughout February, the nighttime temperature averages to a frigid cold 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Lafayette, during February, the rain falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation. In Lafayette, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.2 days and collects up to 10.59" (269mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

During February, Lafayette experiences an average high-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and a low-temperature of 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 85%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Lafayette, in February, during 1.7 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Lafayette in February?

In Lafayette, in February, during 8 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In Lafayette, the average day length in February is 10h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lafayette have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What is the month with 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 intensity in February?

In Lafayette, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health 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
Lafayette, MN

Average temperature in February - Lafayette, MN
  • Average high temperature in February: 24.3°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 (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 10.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

Average pressure in February
Lafayette, MN

Average pressure in February - Lafayette, MN
  • Average pressure in February: 30.15"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Lafayette, MN

Average wind speed in February - Lafayette, MN
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in February
Lafayette, MN

Average humidity in February - Lafayette, MN
  • Average humidity in February: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and October (69%).

Average rainfall in February
Lafayette, MN

Average rainfall in February - Lafayette, MN
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in February
Lafayette, MN

Average rainfall days in February - Lafayette, MN
  • Average rainfall days in February: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in February
Lafayette, MN

Average snowfall in February - Lafayette, MN
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Lafayette, MN

Average snowfall days in February - Lafayette, MN
  • Average snowfall days in February: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Lafayette, 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: 4h 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Lafayette, MN

Average sunshine days in February - Lafayette, MN
  • Average sunshine days in February: 19.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.4 days).

Average UV index in February
Lafayette, MN

Average UV index in February - Lafayette, 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
Lafayette, MN

Average cloud cover in February - Lafayette, MN
  • Average cloud cover in February: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in February
Lafayette, MN

Average visibility in February - Lafayette, MN
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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