February weather forecast
Sidney, MT

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Weather in February

February in Sidney ushers in slightly warmer temperatures than in January. Residents anticipate the eventual end of the winter season, indicated by the consistent increase in daylight hours. Interactions and activities in the city modestly increase. Notably, this month sees the ground blanketed with the highest snowfall of about 1.77" (45mm), calling for an effective snow response strategy. Sidney's residents look forward to the spring season with great anticipation.

Temperature

Sidney experiences an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C) in February, subtly different from January's 23.4°F (-4.8°C). Sidney anticipates an average minimum temperature of 10.2°F (-12.1°C) in the month of February.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity in Sidney is 85%.

Rainfall

In Sidney, in February, during 3.2 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 85.7 rainfall days, and 8.5" (216mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 12 days and typically aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in February leads to these recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

February temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and a low-temperature of 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In Sidney, the average relative humidity in February is 85%.

How much does it rain in Sidney in February?

In Sidney, in February, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 12 days and typically aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 12 days. Throughout February, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sidney have in February?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

On the first day of February in Sidney, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sidney?

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February in Sidney?

The average sunshine duration in February is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sidney?

January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Sidney.

How high is the UV index 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.
Average humidity
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
Sidney, MT

Average temperature in February - Sidney, MT
  • Average high temperature in February: 23.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 10.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in February
Sidney, MT

Average pressure in February - Sidney, MT
  • Average pressure in February: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Sidney, MT

Average wind speed in February - Sidney, MT
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).

Average humidity in February
Sidney, MT

Average humidity in February - Sidney, MT
  • Average humidity in February: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (45%).

Average rainfall in February
Sidney, MT

Average rainfall in February - Sidney, MT
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

Average rainfall days in February
Sidney, MT

Average rainfall days in February - Sidney, MT
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in February
Sidney, MT

Average snowfall in February - Sidney, MT
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Sidney, MT

Average snowfall days in February - Sidney, MT
  • Average snowfall days in February: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Sidney, MT

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in February
Sidney, MT

Average sunshine days in February - Sidney, MT
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Sidney, MT

Average UV index in February - Sidney, MT
  • Average UV index in February: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Sidney, MT

Average cloud cover in February - Sidney, MT
  • Average cloud cover in February: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in February
Sidney, MT

Average visibility in February - Sidney, 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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