February weather forecast
Alpena, SD

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Alpena, is another freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and min 12°F (-11.1°C).

Temperature

February observes an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C), marking an insignificant difference from January's 23.2°F (-4.9°C). An average nighttime temperature of 12°F (-11.1°C) is recorded during February.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Alpena, South Dakota, in February, it is raining for 1.8 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 101.8 rainfall days, and 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 8.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:42 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Alpena, the average sunshine in February is 5.3h.

UV index

In Alpena, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in February translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Alpena, records 26.1°F (-3.3°C), while the low-temperature is 12°F (-11.1°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 1.8 days. Throughout February, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.6 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In Alpena, in February, snow falls for 8.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In Alpena, the average day length in February is 10h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Alpena have in February?

In Alpena, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.3h.

How high is the UV index in February?

In Alpena, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat 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
Alpena, SD

Average temperature in February - Alpena, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 26.1°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 (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 12°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 (8.2°F).

Average pressure in February
Alpena, SD

Average pressure in February - Alpena, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Alpena, SD

Average wind speed in February - Alpena, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in February
Alpena, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

Average rainfall in February
Alpena, SD

Average rainfall in February - Alpena, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in February
Alpena, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Alpena, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Alpena, SD

Average snowfall in February - Alpena, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Alpena, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Alpena, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in February
Alpena, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Alpena, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Alpena, SD

Average UV index in February - Alpena, 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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Alpena, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Alpena, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in February
Alpena, SD

Average visibility in February - Alpena, SD
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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