February weather forecast
Amherst, NE

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another cold month in Amherst, Nebraska, with an average temperature varying between 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

With the start of February, Amherst measures an average high-temperature of a still icy 38.1°F (3.4°C), not significantly differing from January's 34.9°F (1.6°C). Amherst experiences an average low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) in month of February.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Amherst, in February, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 102.6 rainfall days, and 17.44" (443mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In February, it is snowing for 8.1 days. Throughout February, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated. In Amherst, during the entire year, snow falls for 31 days and aggregates up to 14.21" (361mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Amherst, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:53 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 6.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 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: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in February converts into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

February temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C) and a low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity in Amherst, Nebraska, is 72%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Amherst, during February, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Amherst, in February, during 8.1 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Amherst have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 6.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Amherst, NE

Average temperature in February - Amherst, NE
  • Average high temperature in February: 38.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in February
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Average pressure in February - Amherst, NE
  • Average pressure in February: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
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Average wind speed in February - Amherst, NE
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in February
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Average humidity in February - Amherst, NE
  • Average humidity in February: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (59%).

Average rainfall in February
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Average rainfall in February - Amherst, NE
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in February
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Average rainfall days in February - Amherst, NE
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
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Average snowfall in February - Amherst, NE
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
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Average snowfall days in February - Amherst, NE
  • Average snowfall days in February: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
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Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Amherst, NE
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February
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Average sunshine days in February - Amherst, NE
  • Average sunshine days in February: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).

Average UV index in February
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Average UV index in February - Amherst, NE
  • Average UV index in February: 2

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

Average cloud cover in February
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Average cloud cover in February - Amherst, NE
  • Average cloud cover in February: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and March (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in February
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Average visibility in February - Amherst, NE
  • 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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