February weather forecast
Ideal, SD

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Ideal, is a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and an average low of 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

Temperature

Ideal's average high-temperature in February sits at a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C), showing little difference from the previous month. The average nighttime temperature lowers to a freezing cold 18.1°F (-7.7°C) throughout February.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 76%.

Rainfall

In Ideal, in February, during 2.7 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 103.9 rainfall days, and 16.85" (428mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ideal are January through May, October through December. In Ideal, in February, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ideal, there are 39.7 snowfall days, and 14.45" (367mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ideal, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:50 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Ideal, the average sunshine in February is 6.1h.

UV index

In Ideal, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Ideal, records 32.5°F (0.3°C), while the low-temperature is 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Ideal?

In Ideal, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in February is 76%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Ideal, during February, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Ideal, during February, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

The average day length in February in Ideal is 10h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes 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
Ideal, SD

Average temperature in February - Ideal, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 18.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in February
Ideal, SD

Average pressure in February - Ideal, SD
  • Average pressure in February: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Ideal, SD

Average wind speed in February - Ideal, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8mph).

Average humidity in February
Ideal, SD

Average humidity in February - Ideal, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (57%).

Average rainfall in February
Ideal, SD

Average rainfall in February - Ideal, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in February
Ideal, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Ideal, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in February
Ideal, SD

Average snowfall in February - Ideal, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Ideal, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Ideal, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Ideal, SD
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in February
Ideal, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Ideal, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in February
Ideal, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Ideal, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Ideal, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in February
Ideal, SD

Average visibility in February - Ideal, 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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