February weather forecast
Sterling, ND

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Sterling, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 7.9°F (-13.4°C).

Temperature

February's advent presents an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. In the month of February, Sterling's average low-temperature falls to an extreme cold 7.9°F (-13.4°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Sterling, in February, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 105.9 rainfall days, and 15" (381mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15 days and accumulates 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sterling, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 20min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 6:26 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Sterling, North Dakota, the average sunshine in February is 4.6h.

UV index

In Sterling, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in February transforms into the following instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

Sterling in February has an average high-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 7.9°F (-13.4°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

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

How much does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 3.4 days. Throughout February, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 15 days and typically aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Sterling, in February, snow falls for 15 days, with typically accumulated 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sterling have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

On the first day of February in Sterling, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 6:26 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Sterling?

The average sunshine duration in February is 4.6h.

What is the UV index reading in February?

In Sterling, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from 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
Sterling, ND

Average temperature in February - Sterling, ND
  • Average high temperature in February: 22.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 7.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).

Average pressure in February
Sterling, ND

Average pressure in February - Sterling, 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
Sterling, ND

Average wind speed in February - Sterling, ND
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in February
Sterling, ND

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

Average rainfall in February
Sterling, ND

Average rainfall in February - Sterling, ND
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in February
Sterling, ND

Average rainfall days in February - Sterling, ND
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in February
Sterling, ND

Average snowfall in February - Sterling, ND
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Sterling, ND

Average snowfall days in February - Sterling, ND
  • Average snowfall days in February: 15 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February
Sterling, ND

Average sunshine days in February - Sterling, ND
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Sterling, ND

Average UV index in February - Sterling, ND
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Sterling, ND

Average cloud cover in February - Sterling, ND
  • Average cloud cover in February: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in February
Sterling, ND

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

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

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