February weather forecast
Canton, SD

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Weather in February

February embraces an upward inclination in temperature when compared to the biting cold of January. The month is characterized by extended periods of daylight, reaching up to 10.5 hours. It is the last month of winter and marks an end to heavy snowfalls in Canton. Nevertheless, visitors and residents generally anticipate the unexpected as the city is prone to a snowfall of 3.54" (90mm). Despite these challenges, melting snow and warming temperatures offer a glimpse into the arrival of spring.

Temperature

The advent of February brings an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. The low-temperature averages to an extreme cold 13.6°F (-10.2°C) during the nights of February.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 83%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January, February and November Rain falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Canton, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Canton, South Dakota, 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. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in February leads to these guidelines:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

February temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and a low-temperature of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In Canton, the average relative humidity in February is 83%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January, February and November Rain falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Canton, in February, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In Canton, during February, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Canton have in February?

In Canton, the average day length in February is 10h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In Canton, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe 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
Canton, SD

Average temperature in February - Canton, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 27.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 13.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in February
Canton, SD

Average pressure in February - Canton, 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
Canton, SD

Average wind speed in February - Canton, 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 (7.8mph).

Average humidity in February
Canton, SD

Average humidity in February - Canton, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in February
Canton, SD

Average rainfall in February - Canton, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.67").

Average rainfall days in February
Canton, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Canton, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Canton, SD

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

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

Average snowfall days in February
Canton, SD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 0min).

  • 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in February
Canton, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Canton, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in February
Canton, SD

Average UV index in February - Canton, 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
Canton, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Canton, 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 26).

Average visibility in February
Canton, SD

Average visibility in February - Canton, 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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