February weather forecast
Orient, SD

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a subzero cold month in Orient, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 12.6°F (-10.8°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

Orient's February average high-temperature settles at a still subzero cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C), showing a near match with the preceding month. During the nights in February, Orient experiences a consistent average temperature of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 1.3 days. Throughout February, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Orient, there are 97.3 rainfall days, and 16.73" (425mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Orient, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:43 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, February is the month with the lowest UV index in Orient. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

February temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and a low-temperature of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In Orient, the average relative humidity in February is 83%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Orient, in February, during 1.3 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Orient, in February, snow falls for 10.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Orient have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 27min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Orient, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Orient have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is February, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in February?

In Orient, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat 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
Orient, SD

Average temperature in February - Orient, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 26.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 12.6°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 (9.1°F).

Average pressure in February
Orient, SD

Average pressure in February - Orient, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Orient, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

Average humidity in February
Orient, SD

Average humidity in February - Orient, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (60%).

Average rainfall in February
Orient, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in February
Orient, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Orient, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Orient, SD

Average snowfall in February - Orient, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Orient, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Orient, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in February
Orient, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Orient, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in February
Orient, SD

Average UV index in February - Orient, SD
  • Average UV index in February: 1

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

Average cloud cover in February
Orient, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Orient, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in February
Orient, SD

Average visibility in February - Orient, 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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