February weather forecast
Carpenter, SD

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Carpenter, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 12°F (-11.1°C) and an average high of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

The transition from January to February brings an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C), barely different from January's 23.2°F (-4.9°C). Throughout the month of February, Carpenter observes an average nighttime temperature of 12°F (-11.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 82%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 1.8 days. Throughout February, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Carpenter, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.8 days and collects up to 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation.

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

The average length of the day in February in Carpenter is 10h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:39 pm. On the last day of February, in Carpenter, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 5.3h.

UV index

In Carpenter, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in February, converts into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

During February, Carpenter experiences an average high-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and a low-temperature of 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 Carpenter, in February, during 1.8 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

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 February, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout February, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Carpenter have in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Carpenter have in February?

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

What is the UV index reading in February in Carpenter?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in February
Carpenter, SD

Average temperature in February - Carpenter, 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
Carpenter, SD

Average pressure in February - Carpenter, 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
Carpenter, SD

Average wind speed in February - Carpenter, 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
Carpenter, SD

Average humidity in February - Carpenter, 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
Carpenter, SD

Average rainfall in February - Carpenter, 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
Carpenter, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Carpenter, 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
Carpenter, SD

Average snowfall in February - Carpenter, 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
Carpenter, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Carpenter, 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
Carpenter, SD

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Carpenter, 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
Carpenter, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Carpenter, 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
Carpenter, SD

Average UV index in February - Carpenter, 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
Carpenter, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Carpenter, 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
Carpenter, SD

Average visibility in February - Carpenter, 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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