February weather forecast
Colton, SD

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a subzero cold month in Colton, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 11.8°F (-11.2°C) and max 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

Colton's average high-temperature in February is a still subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C), marking an insignificant difference from the 22.3°F (-5.4°C) of January. Colton records an average low-temperature of 11.8°F (-11.2°C) throughout the month of February.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in Colton is 85%.

Rainfall

In Colton, in February, during 2.8 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Colton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.4 days and collects up to 21.38" (543mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Colton, South Dakota, is February, when snow falls for 8.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 31min.
On the first day of February in Colton, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Colton, the average sunshine in February is 5h.

UV index

In Colton, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in February transforms into the following instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

In Colton, 25.9°F (-3.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 11.8°F (-11.2°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout February, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 8.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Colton, in February, during 8.2 snowfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 5h.

What is the UV index reading in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe 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
Colton, SD

Average temperature in February - Colton, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 25.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 11.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

Average pressure in February
Colton, SD

Average pressure in February - Colton, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Colton, SD

Average wind speed in February - Colton, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.2mph).

Average humidity in February
Colton, SD

Average humidity in February - Colton, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in February
Colton, SD

Average rainfall in February - Colton, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in February
Colton, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Colton, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Colton, SD

Average snowfall in February - Colton, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Colton, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Colton, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Colton, 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 0min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in February
Colton, SD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in February
Colton, SD

Average UV index in February - Colton, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Colton, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Colton, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in February
Colton, SD

Average visibility in February - Colton, 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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