February weather forecast
Alexandria, SD

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Alexandria, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 14.2°F (-9.9°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

The commencement of February introduces an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. During February nights, Alexandria records an average temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 80%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are February and November Rain falls for 1.9 days and accumulates 0.28" (7mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:41 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in February translates into these instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 14.2°F (-9.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are February and November Rain falls for 1.9 days and accumulates 0.28" (7mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 1.9 days. Throughout February, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Alexandria?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 7.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February in Alexandria?

In Alexandria, during February, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Alexandria have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Alexandria?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Alexandria, SD

Average temperature in February - Alexandria, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).

Average pressure in February
Alexandria, SD

Average pressure in February - Alexandria, SD
  • Average pressure in February: 30.16"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Alexandria, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

Average humidity in February
Alexandria, SD

Average humidity in February - Alexandria, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).

Average rainfall in February
Alexandria, SD

Average rainfall in February - Alexandria, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in February
Alexandria, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Alexandria, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Alexandria, SD

Average snowfall in February - Alexandria, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Alexandria, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Alexandria, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Alexandria, SD

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Alexandria, SD
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in February
Alexandria, SD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Alexandria, SD

Average UV index in February - Alexandria, SD
  • Average UV index in February: 2

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

Average cloud cover in February
Alexandria, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in February
Alexandria, SD

Average visibility in February - Alexandria, 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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