February weather forecast
Oakes, ND

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Weather in February

As Oakes transitions from January to February, the slight increase in temperature provides a subtle reprieve from the biting cold. The sunshine duration enhances to 10.4 hours, a welcome change from the previous month's limited daylight. The relative humidity, however, drops slightly to 87%. Despite the sunlight hours' increase, February still brings along with it 4.29" (109mm) of snowfall. The city's weather in February remains ideally suited for those enamored with winter sports and snow activities.

Temperature

February's presence marks an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C), subtly varied from January's 19°F (-7.2°C). Oakes throughout February, records an average low-temperature of 7.3°F (-13.7°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 2.4 days. Throughout February, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Oakes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.5 days and collects up to 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Oakes, North Dakota, in February, during 13.8 snowfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Oakes, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.5 days and aggregates up to 22.83" (580mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 23min.
On the first day of February in Oakes, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 4.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in February transforms into this advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

In Oakes, 21.4°F (-5.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 7.3°F (-13.7°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

What is the average humidity in February?

In Oakes, the average relative humidity in February is 87%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Oakes, in February, during 2.4 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Oakes, in February, during 13.8 snowfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

How high is the UV index in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Oakes, ND

Average temperature in February - Oakes, ND
  • Average high temperature in February: 21.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 7.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in February
Oakes, ND

Average pressure in February - Oakes, ND
  • Average pressure in February: 30.17"Hg

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

Average wind speed in February
Oakes, ND

Average wind speed in February - Oakes, ND
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in February
Oakes, ND

Average humidity in February - Oakes, ND
  • Average humidity in February: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (62%).

Average rainfall in February
Oakes, ND

Average rainfall in February - Oakes, ND
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in February
Oakes, ND

Average rainfall days in February - Oakes, ND
  • Average rainfall days in February: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in February
Oakes, ND

Average snowfall in February - Oakes, ND
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Oakes, ND

Average snowfall days in February - Oakes, ND
  • Average snowfall days in February: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Oakes, ND

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Oakes, ND
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
Oakes, ND

Average sunshine days in February - Oakes, ND
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Oakes, ND

Average UV index in February - Oakes, ND
  • 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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Oakes, ND

Average cloud cover in February - Oakes, ND
  • Average cloud cover in February: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in February
Oakes, ND

Average visibility in February - Oakes, ND
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).

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