February weather forecast
Fort Benton, MT

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Fort Benton, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and max 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

Fort Benton's average high-temperature undergoes a slight change with the dawn of February, equating to the readings of January. Fort Benton records a mean low-temperature of 18.1°F (-7.7°C) in February.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Fort Benton, Montana, in February, during 6 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fort Benton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.1 days and collects up to 13.43" (341mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall in Fort Benton is February, when snow falls for 12.2 days and typically aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 17min.
On the first day of February in Fort Benton, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:06 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In February, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during February are 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 18.1°F (-7.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 76%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Fort Benton, during February, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 12.2 days and typically aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Fort Benton, in February, snow falls for 12.2 days, with typically accumulated 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fort Benton, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:06 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in February?

In Fort Benton, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Fort Benton, MT

Average temperature in February - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average high temperature in February: 30.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 18.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.1°F).

Average pressure in February
Fort Benton, MT

Average pressure in February - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Fort Benton, MT

Average wind speed in February - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in February
Fort Benton, MT

Average humidity in February - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average humidity in February: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

Average rainfall in February
Fort Benton, MT

Average rainfall in February - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.67").

Average rainfall days in February
Fort Benton, MT

Average rainfall days in February - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average rainfall days in February: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Fort Benton, MT

Average snowfall in February - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average snowfall in February: 5.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Fort Benton, MT

Average snowfall days in February - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average snowfall days in February: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Fort Benton, MT

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Fort Benton, MT

Average sunshine days in February - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in February
Fort Benton, MT

Average UV index in February - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Fort Benton, MT

Average cloud cover in February - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average cloud cover in February: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in February
Fort Benton, MT

Average visibility in February - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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