February weather forecast
Madison, SD

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Weather in February

February in Madison, South Dakota experiences a slight rise in average temperatures. Yet, February's crispness is still alive with average lows reaching 11.1°F (-11.6°C). The snowfall frequency begins to decrease as the month proceeds, paving the way for spring's eventual arrival. Days are gradually getting longer, a signal of the approaching spring equinox. Madison residents can still enjoy the picturesque charm of winter under a covered white canvas in February.

Temperature

Madison ushers in February with an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. Madison experiences a consistent average temperature of 11.1°F (-11.6°C) throughout the nights in February.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity in Madison is 85%.

Rainfall

In Madison, in February, it is raining for 1.8 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 111.2 rainfall days, and 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 10 days and typically aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:38 pm. On the last day of February, in Madison, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Madison, the average sunshine in February is 4.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Madison, records 25.5°F (-3.6°C), while the low-temperature is 11.1°F (-11.6°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In Madison, the average relative humidity in February is 85%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Madison, in February, during 1.8 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10 days and accumulates 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout February, 4.76" (121mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In Madison, the average day length in February is 10h and 30min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Madison is 4.8h.

How high is the UV index in February in Madison?

In Madison, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Madison, SD

Average temperature in February - Madison, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 11.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

Average pressure in February
Madison, SD

Average pressure in February - Madison, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Madison, SD

Average wind speed in February - Madison, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in February
Madison, SD

Average humidity in February - Madison, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in February
Madison, SD

Average rainfall in February - Madison, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.59").

Average rainfall days in February
Madison, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Madison, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in February
Madison, SD

Average snowfall in February - Madison, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Madison, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Madison, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Madison, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February
Madison, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Madison, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

Average UV index in February
Madison, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in February
Madison, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Madison, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in February
Madison, SD

Average visibility in February - Madison, 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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