February weather forecast
Keystone, SD

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Weather in February

The cold weather continues to dominate in Keystone throughout February, only slightly less harsh than in January. The second month is distinguished by the highest average snowfall of the year, with 5.71" (145mm) covering this North American city. Although the freezing temperatures persist, an additional hour of daylight starts to combat the winter gloom. The city maintains a high level of humidity during February, making the air rather moist. As February transitions into March, residents of Keystone can look forward to a noticeable growth in daylight hours and slightly milder temperatures.

Temperature

February welcomes an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C), not much different from the preceding month. February brings Keystone a consistent average low-temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Keystone, in February, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Keystone, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.4 days and collects up to 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Keystone, in February, snow falls for 12.9 days, with typically accumulated 5.71" (145mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 75.1 snowfall days, and 40.24" (1022mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:41 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through March, October through 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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In February, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

During February, Keystone experiences an average high-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and a low-temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity in Keystone, South Dakota, are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Keystone, South Dakota, in February, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 12.9 days. Throughout February, 5.71" (145mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:41 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Keystone?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in February?

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

Average temperature in February - Keystone, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.2°F).

Average pressure in February
Keystone, SD

Average pressure in February - Keystone, SD
  • Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Keystone, SD

Average wind speed in February - Keystone, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in February
Keystone, SD

Average humidity in February - Keystone, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (52%).

Average rainfall in February
Keystone, SD

Average rainfall in February - Keystone, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in February
Keystone, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Keystone, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in February
Keystone, SD

Average snowfall in February - Keystone, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 5.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (7.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Keystone, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Keystone, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Keystone, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in February
Keystone, SD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Keystone, SD

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Keystone, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Keystone, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in February
Keystone, SD

Average visibility in February - Keystone, 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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