February weather forecast
Box Elder, SD

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Weather in February

Moving onto February, there isn't a significant transformation in the climate condition. Slightly colder than January, the month still retains the charm of a pure winter season with prolonged snowfall and reduced hours of sunshine. The city observes its highest snowfall of 4.25" (108mm) during these days, creating a beautiful winter wonderland for both residents and visitors. Fewer clear days, coupled with lowered temperatures, continue to provide a cozy environment for dwelling indoors, whether it's curling up with a good book or savoring a hot cup of cocoa. As the month progresses, the anticipation of a transition towards a mildly warmer season starts to take hold among the inhabitants.

Temperature

The advent of February presents an average high-temperature of a still wintry 33.4°F (0.8°C), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. Box Elder experiences an average low-temperature reading of 17.8°F (-7.9°C) throughout February.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 75%.

Rainfall

In Box Elder, in February, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Box Elder, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.8 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Box Elder, in February, during 10.5 snowfall days, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Box Elder, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.4 days and aggregates up to 24.41" (620mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 30min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in February translates into these instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

In February, in Box Elder, the average high-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In Box Elder, the average relative humidity in February is 75%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Box Elder, during February, the rain falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Box Elder, in February, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In Box Elder, the average day length in February is 10h and 30min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.9h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Box Elder is 5.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Box Elder, SD

Average temperature in February - Box Elder, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 17.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).

Average pressure in February
Box Elder, SD

Average pressure in February - Box Elder, SD
  • Average pressure in February: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Box Elder, SD

Average wind speed in February - Box Elder, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in February
Box Elder, SD

Average humidity in February - Box Elder, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).

Average rainfall in February
Box Elder, SD

Average rainfall in February - Box Elder, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in February
Box Elder, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Box Elder, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Box Elder, SD

Average snowfall in February - Box Elder, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Box Elder, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Box Elder, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Box Elder, SD

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Box Elder, 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: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in February
Box Elder, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Box Elder, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in February
Box Elder, SD

Average UV index in February - Box Elder, SD
  • 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Box Elder, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Box Elder, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in February
Box Elder, SD

Average visibility in February - Box Elder, 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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