February weather forecast
Garden City, SD

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a subzero cold month in Garden City, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 8.4°F (-13.1°C) and an average high of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

Garden City's average high-temperature in February is a still subzero cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C), indicating a subtle variation from January. Garden City records an average nighttime low-temperature of 8.4°F (-13.1°C) throughout February.

Humidity

In Garden City, the average relative humidity in February is 87%.

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain in Garden City, South Dakota, when the rain falls for 2.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Garden City, during February, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.3 snowfall days, and 17.56" (446mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 27min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 4.3h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

In February, in Garden City, the average high-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 8.4°F (-13.1°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Garden City?

The average relative humidity in February is 87%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in February?

In Garden City, in February, during 2.7 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in February?

In Garden City, in February, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Garden City have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 27min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Garden City have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Garden City is 4.3h.

How high is the UV index in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from 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
Garden City, SD

Average temperature in February - Garden City, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 22.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 8.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.5°F).

Average pressure in February
Garden City, SD

Average pressure in February - Garden City, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Garden City, SD

Average wind speed in February - Garden City, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Garden City, SD

Average humidity in February - Garden City, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (68%).

Average rainfall in February
Garden City, SD

Average rainfall in February - Garden City, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in February
Garden City, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Garden City, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in February
Garden City, SD

Average snowfall in February - Garden City, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.35"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Garden City, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Garden City, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Garden City, SD

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Garden City, SD
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February
Garden City, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Garden City, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Garden City, SD

Average UV index in February - Garden City, 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
Garden City, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Garden City, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in February
Garden City, SD

Average visibility in February - Garden City, 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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