February weather forecast
Gary, SD

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Gary, is another freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 9.9°F (-12.3°C) and an average high of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

As Gary steps into February, the average high-temperature holds at a still subzero cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C), hinting at a minor fluctuation from the prior month. February nights observe an average temperature dip to a frigid cold 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 85%.

Rainfall

In Gary, during February, the rain falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 101.9 rainfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Gary, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in February interprets into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

February temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and a low-temperature of 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In Gary, the average relative humidity in February is 85%.

How much does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 1.8 days. Throughout February, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In Gary, in February, snow falls for 10.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gary have in February?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in February?

In Gary, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability 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
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Average temperature in February
Gary, SD

Average temperature in February - Gary, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 23.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 9.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

Average pressure in February
Gary, SD

Average pressure in February - Gary, 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
Gary, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in February
Gary, SD

Average humidity in February - Gary, 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
Gary, SD

Average rainfall in February - Gary, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in February
Gary, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Gary, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in February
Gary, SD

Average snowfall in February - Gary, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Gary, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Gary, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Gary, 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in February
Gary, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Gary, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Gary, SD

Average UV index in February - Gary, 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 November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Gary, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Gary, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in February
Gary, SD

Average visibility in February - Gary, 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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