February weather forecast
Howes, SD

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Howes, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and min 15.8°F (-9°C).

Temperature

With February's arrival, Howes notes an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C), closely following the trend of the preceding month. In the month of February, the nighttime temperature in Howes dips to a steady average of 15.8°F (-9°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Howes, in February, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 99.7 rainfall days, and 16.06" (408mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 12.2 days and typically aggregates up to 5.12" (130mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 28min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:35 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Howes, the average sunshine in February is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in February translates into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

The high-temperature during February is 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and the low-temperature is 15.8°F (-9°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 78%.

How much does it rain in Howes in February?

In Howes, in February, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 12.2 days and typically aggregates up to 5.12" (130mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In Howes, in February, snow falls for 12.2 days, with typically accumulated 5.12" (130mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Howes have in February?

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 7:07 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:35 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Howes have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Howes is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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
Howes, SD

Average temperature in February - Howes, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 15.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in February
Howes, SD

Average pressure in February - Howes, SD
  • Average pressure in February: 30.15"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Howes, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (10.4mph).

Average humidity in February
Howes, SD

Average humidity in February - Howes, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (49%).

Average rainfall in February
Howes, SD

Average rainfall in February - Howes, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in February
Howes, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Howes, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Howes, SD

Average snowfall in February - Howes, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 5.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Howes, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Howes, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Howes, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February
Howes, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Howes, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).

Average UV index in February
Howes, SD

Average UV index in February - Howes, SD
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Howes, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Howes, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in February
Howes, SD

Average visibility in February - Howes, 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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