February weather forecast
Hecla, SD

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Hecla, is another freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and an average low of 7.3°F (-13.7°C).

Temperature

At the onset of February, Hecla records an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C), showing little deviation from the preceding month. In February, the average low-temperature records at a frigid cold 7.3°F (-13.7°C) during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hecla, in February, during 2.4 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 109.5 rainfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In February, in Hecla, it is snowing for 13.8 days. Throughout February, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hecla, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.5 days and aggregates up to 22.83" (580mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Hecla is 10h and 24min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Hecla, the average sunshine in February is 4.3h.

UV index

In Hecla, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In February, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Hecla, records 21.4°F (-5.9°C), while the low-temperature is 7.3°F (-13.7°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in Hecla in February?

In Hecla, during February, the rain falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February in Hecla?

In Hecla, in February, snow falls for 13.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February in Hecla?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hecla have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What is the UV index reading in February in Hecla?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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
Hecla, SD

Average temperature in February - Hecla, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 21.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 7.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in February
Hecla, SD

Average pressure in February - Hecla, SD
  • Average pressure in February: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Hecla, SD

Average wind speed in February - Hecla, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in February
Hecla, SD

Average humidity in February - Hecla, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (62%).

Average rainfall in February
Hecla, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in February
Hecla, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Hecla, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in February
Hecla, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Hecla, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Hecla, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
Hecla, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Hecla, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Hecla, SD

Average UV index in February - Hecla, 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
Hecla, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Hecla, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in February
Hecla, SD

Average visibility in February - Hecla, SD
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).

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