February weather forecast
Alcester, SD

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Alcester, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 15.1°F (-9.4°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

As Alcester transitions into February, the average high-temperature stands at a still freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C), offering little variation from the preceding month. Throughout the nights in February, Alcester experiences an average low-temperature of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity in Alcester is 82%.

Rainfall

February and November are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Alcester, in February, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Alcester, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.8 days and aggregates up to 7.76" (197mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Alcester is 10h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:38 pm. On the last day of February, in Alcester, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Alcester. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Alcester?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during February are 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 15.1°F (-9.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February in Alcester?

The average relative humidity in February in Alcester is 82%.

What is the driest month in Alcester?

The months with the least rainfall in Alcester are February and November Rain falls for 2.3 days and accumulates 0.31" (8mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in February in Alcester?

In Alcester, in February, during 2.3 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Alcester in February?

In February, in Alcester, South Dakota, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout February, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February in Alcester?

The average day length in February in Alcester, South Dakota, is 10h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Alcester?

On the first day of February in Alcester, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Alcester have in February?

In Alcester, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Alcester?

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

What is the UV index intensity in February in Alcester?

In Alcester, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Alcester, SD

Average temperature in February - Alcester, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 15.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.5°F).

Average pressure in February
Alcester, SD

Average pressure in February - Alcester, SD
  • Average pressure in February: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Alcester, SD

Average wind speed in February - Alcester, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in February
Alcester, SD

Average humidity in February - Alcester, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in February
Alcester, SD

Average rainfall in February - Alcester, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.31").

Average rainfall days in February
Alcester, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Alcester, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Alcester, SD

Average snowfall in February - Alcester, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Alcester, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Alcester, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Alcester, SD

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Alcester, SD
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h 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: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in February
Alcester, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Alcester, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Alcester, SD

Average UV index in February - Alcester, SD
  • 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
Alcester, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Alcester, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in February
Alcester, SD

Average visibility in February - Alcester, SD
  • 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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