February weather forecast
Elk Point, SD

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Elk Point, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Temperature

The shift into February reveals an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C), closely mirroring January's climate. In the month of February, the average low-temperature usually rests at a still freezing cold 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Humidity

In Elk Point, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in February is 80%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January, February and November Rain falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elk Point, South Dakota, in February, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow. In Elk Point, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.2 days and aggregates up to 14.61" (371mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Elk Point, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 35min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 5.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Elk Point is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in February translates into this advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Elk Point?

February temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) and a low-temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Elk Point?

The average relative humidity in February in Elk Point, South Dakota, is 80%.

What is the driest month in Elk Point?

January, February and November are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Elk Point in February?

In Elk Point, South Dakota, during February, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Elk Point in February?

In Elk Point, in February, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elk Point have in February?

In Elk Point, the average day length in February is 10h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Elk Point?

On the first day of February in Elk Point, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elk Point have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February in Elk Point, South Dakota, is 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Elk Point?

In Elk Point, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat 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
Elk Point, SD

Average temperature in February - Elk Point, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in February
Elk Point, SD

Average pressure in February - Elk Point, 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
Elk Point, SD

Average wind speed in February - Elk Point, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

Average humidity in February
Elk Point, SD

Average humidity in February - Elk Point, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in February
Elk Point, SD

Average rainfall in February - Elk Point, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in February
Elk Point, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Elk Point, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Elk Point, SD

Average snowfall in February - Elk Point, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Elk Point, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Elk Point, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Elk Point, SD

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Elk Point, SD
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Elk Point, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Elk Point, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

Average UV index in February
Elk Point, SD

Average UV index in February - Elk Point, SD
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Elk Point, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Elk Point, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in February
Elk Point, SD

Average visibility in February - Elk Point, 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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