February weather forecast
Hitchcock, SD

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another freezing cold month in Hitchcock, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 11.5°F (-11.4°C).

Temperature

The advent of February denotes an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C), subtly different from January's 22.5°F (-5.3°C). Hitchcock records an average nighttime low of 11.5°F (-11.4°C) in February.

Humidity

In Hitchcock, the average relative humidity in February is 83%.

Rainfall

In Hitchcock, South Dakota, during February, the rain falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 97.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hitchcock are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 8.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Hitchcock, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:41 pm. On the last day of February, in Hitchcock, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during February leads to these advisories:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Hitchcock?

In Hitchcock, in February, the average high-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 11.5°F (-11.4°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In Hitchcock, the average relative humidity in February is 83%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Hitchcock, in February, during 1.9 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 8.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In Hitchcock, in February, snow falls for 8.9 days, with typically accumulated 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hitchcock have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hitchcock have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Hitchcock, SD

Average temperature in February - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 11.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

Average pressure in February
Hitchcock, SD

Average pressure in February - Hitchcock, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Hitchcock, SD

Average wind speed in February - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Hitchcock, SD

Average humidity in February - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (60%).

Average rainfall in February
Hitchcock, SD

Average rainfall in February - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in February
Hitchcock, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Hitchcock, SD

Average snowfall in February - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Hitchcock, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Hitchcock, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in February
Hitchcock, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in February
Hitchcock, SD

Average UV index in February - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average UV index in February: 1

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

Average cloud cover in February
Hitchcock, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in February
Hitchcock, SD

Average visibility in February - Hitchcock, 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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