February weather forecast
St. Louis, MO

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A beautiful twilight over the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Missouri
A beautiful twilight over the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Missouri

Weather in February

February sees a slight easing of January’s harsh winter conditions; days start to lengthen and temperatures, albeit marginally, show an upward trend appreciably. The average temperature rises from January but the conditions remain chilly at 27.6°F (-2.4°C). St. Louis still experiences snowfall; however, this decreases compared to January. The city dwellers get to enjoy increased sunlight, as daylight hours increase. This month also represents a break from consistent drizzle, as the number of rainfall days declines.

Temperature

The transition into February in St. Louis shows a subtle variation to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C) from January's 39.9°F (4.4°C) in the average high-temperature. In February, St. Louis's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) during the night.

Humidity

In St. Louis, the average relative humidity in February is 72%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in St. Louis is February, when the rain falls for 8 days and typically collects 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in St. Louis, Missouri. In St. Louis, during February, snow falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow. In St. Louis, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.5 days and aggregates up to 17.72" (450mm) of snow.

Daylight

In St. Louis, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 47min.
On the first day of February in St. Louis, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

In St. Louis, Missouri, the average sunshine in February is 5.7h.

UV index

In St. Louis, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in February?

In St. Louis, 45°F (7.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.7°F (-2.4°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 72%.

What is the driest month in St. Louis?

February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8 days and accumulates 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in February?

In St. Louis, in February, during 8 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February?

In St. Louis, during February, snow falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
St. Louis, MO

Average temperature in February - St. Louis, MO
  • Average high temperature in February: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 27.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average humidity in February
St. Louis, MO

Average humidity in February - St. Louis, MO
  • Average humidity in February: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75.8%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (63.5%).

Average rainfall in February
St. Louis, MO

Average rainfall in February - St. Louis, MO
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.2").

Average rainfall days in February
St. Louis, MO

Average rainfall days in February - St. Louis, MO
  • Average rainfall days in February: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in February
St. Louis, MO

Average snowfall in February - St. Louis, MO
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
St. Louis, MO

Average snowfall days in February - St. Louis, MO
  • Average snowfall days in February: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
St. Louis, MO

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - St. Louis, MO
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average UV index in February
St. Louis, MO

Average UV index in February - St. Louis, MO
  • Average UV index in February: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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