February weather forecast
Mount Vernon, SD

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a subzero cold month in Mount Vernon, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and an average low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Temperature

February's presence marks an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C), subtly varied from January's 24.4°F (-4.2°C). February nights observe an average temperature dip to a still freezing cold 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 80%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are February and November Rain falls for 1.9 days and accumulates 0.28" (7mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 7.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Mount Vernon, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 31min.
On the first day of February in Mount Vernon, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Mount Vernon, the average sunshine in February is 5.4h.

UV index

In Mount Vernon, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during February translates into the following guidance:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

In February, in Mount Vernon, the average high-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In Mount Vernon, the average relative humidity in February is 80%.

What is the driest month?

February and November are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 1.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 1.9 days. Throughout February, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In Mount Vernon, in February, during 7.3 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February in Mount Vernon?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Mount Vernon?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in February
Mount Vernon, SD

Average temperature in February - Mount Vernon, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).

Average pressure in February
Mount Vernon, SD

Average pressure in February - Mount Vernon, 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
Mount Vernon, SD

Average wind speed in February - Mount Vernon, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

Average humidity in February
Mount Vernon, SD

Average humidity in February - Mount Vernon, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).

Average rainfall in February
Mount Vernon, SD

Average rainfall in February - Mount Vernon, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in February
Mount Vernon, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Mount Vernon, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Mount Vernon, SD

Average snowfall in February - Mount Vernon, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Mount Vernon, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Mount Vernon, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Mount Vernon, SD

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Mount Vernon, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in February
Mount Vernon, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Mount Vernon, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Mount Vernon, SD

Average UV index in February - Mount Vernon, 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 January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Mount Vernon, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Mount Vernon, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in February
Mount Vernon, SD

Average visibility in February - Mount Vernon, 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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