February weather forecast
Lemmon, SD

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Weather in February

The winter sky gradually loosens its frosty hold on Lemmon in February. As the daylight hours increase to 10.4, so does the average high temperature rising to 26.8°F (-2.9°C) from January. The increased daylight contributes to an accumulation of 4.53" (115mm) of snow over about 13 days. As winter slowly starts to recede, the windy city of Lemmon experiences mild gusts of up to 16.3mph (26.2km/h). Compared to January, the weather conditions become marginally bearable, yet winter clothing remains essential.

Temperature

February's weather records an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C), showing little deviation from January. February nights observe an average temperature dip to an extreme cold 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Lemmon, in February, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 101.3 rainfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.9 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 23min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:34 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Lemmon, the average sunshine in February is 4.7h.

UV index

In Lemmon, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in February translates into these instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Lemmon in February?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during February are 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 13.5°F (-10.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February?

In Lemmon, the average relative humidity in February is 81%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout February, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Lemmon?

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.9 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 12.9 days. Throughout February, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 23min.

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 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:34 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In Lemmon, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in February in Lemmon?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Lemmon, SD

Average temperature in February - Lemmon, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 26.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 13.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in February
Lemmon, SD

Average pressure in February - Lemmon, SD
  • Average pressure in February: 30.16"Hg

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

Average wind speed in February
Lemmon, SD

Average wind speed in February - Lemmon, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in February
Lemmon, SD

Average humidity in February - Lemmon, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

Average rainfall in February
Lemmon, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in February
Lemmon, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Lemmon, SD

Average snowfall in February - Lemmon, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Lemmon, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Lemmon, 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, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Lemmon, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February
Lemmon, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Lemmon, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in February
Lemmon, SD

Average UV index in February - Lemmon, 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
Lemmon, SD

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in February
Lemmon, SD

Average visibility in February - Lemmon, 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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