February weather forecast
Dorchester, NE

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another cold month in Dorchester, Nebraska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37°F (2.8°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

The ushering in of February brings an average high-temperature of a still icy 37°F (2.8°C), closely mirroring the 32.9°F (0.5°C) of January. Dorchester experiences a consistent average temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) throughout the nights in February.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain in Dorchester when the rain falls for 3.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dorchester, in February, during 7.9 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Dorchester, during the entire year, snow falls for 29 days and aggregates up to 8.98" (228mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:45 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 6.1h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in February translates into the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Dorchester in February?

In Dorchester, in February, the average high-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In Dorchester, the average relative humidity in February is 74%.

What is the driest month?

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in February?

In Dorchester, Nebraska, in February, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Dorchester in February?

In Dorchester, in February, during 7.9 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dorchester have in February?

In Dorchester, the average sunshine duration in February is 6.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in February in Dorchester?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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
Dorchester, NE

Average temperature in February - Dorchester, NE
  • Average high temperature in February: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in February
Dorchester, NE

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"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 - Dorchester, NE
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

Average humidity in February
Dorchester, NE

Average humidity in February - Dorchester, NE
  • Average humidity in February: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in February
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Average rainfall in February - Dorchester, NE
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in February
Dorchester, NE

Average rainfall days in February - Dorchester, NE
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in February
Dorchester, NE

Average snowfall in February - Dorchester, NE
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Dorchester, NE

Average snowfall days in February - Dorchester, NE
  • Average snowfall days in February: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Dorchester, NE

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in February
Dorchester, NE

Average sunshine days in February - Dorchester, NE
  • Average sunshine days in February: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in February
Dorchester, NE

Average UV index in February - Dorchester, 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 - Dorchester, NE
  • Average cloud cover in February: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in February
Dorchester, NE

Average visibility in February - Dorchester, 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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