February weather forecast
Ortley, SD

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Ortley, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and 7.2°F (-13.8°C).

Temperature

Ortley marks the start of February with an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C), hinting at a slight fluctuation from January's 18.9°F (-7.3°C). During the nights in February, Ortley observes an average low-temperature of 7.2°F (-13.8°C).

Humidity

In Ortley, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in February is 89%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 2.3 days. Throughout February, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ortley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.9 days and collects up to 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ortley. In February, it is snowing for 12.5 days. Throughout February, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ortley, South Dakota, there are 68.4 snowfall days, and 23.74" (603mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ortley, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 26min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Ortley, South Dakota, is 4h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Ortley in February?

In Ortley, 21.4°F (-5.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 7.2°F (-13.8°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

What is the average humidity in February in Ortley?

The average relative humidity in February in Ortley, South Dakota, is 89%.

How much does it rain in Ortley in February?

In Ortley, South Dakota, in February, it is raining for 2.3 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February in Ortley?

In Ortley, South Dakota, in February, during 12.5 snowfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ortley have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Ortley?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ortley, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ortley have in February?

In Ortley, the average sunshine duration in February is 4h.

What is the UV index reading in February in Ortley?

In Ortley, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Ortley, SD

Average temperature in February - Ortley, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 21.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 7.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

Average pressure in February
Ortley, SD

Average pressure in February - Ortley, SD
  • Average pressure in February: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Ortley, SD

Average wind speed in February - Ortley, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).

Average humidity in February
Ortley, SD

Average humidity in February - Ortley, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).

Average rainfall in February
Ortley, SD

Average rainfall in February - Ortley, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in February
Ortley, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Ortley, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Ortley, SD

Average snowfall in February - Ortley, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.29"

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

Average snowfall days in February
Ortley, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Ortley, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Ortley, SD
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in February
Ortley, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Ortley, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in February
Ortley, SD

Average UV index in February - Ortley, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Ortley, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Ortley, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in February
Ortley, SD

Average visibility in February - Ortley, SD
  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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