February weather forecast
Plankinton, SD

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Weather in February

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

Temperature

Plankinton's weather in February displays an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C), showing minor disparity from January's 24.4°F (-4.2°C). Plankinton usually reports an average low-temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C) during the month of February.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:44 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

In Plankinton, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during February leads to these advisories:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during February are 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 14.2°F (-9.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February in Plankinton?

In February, the average relative humidity 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 Plankinton, South Dakota, in February, it is raining for 1.9 days, with typically 0.28" (7mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

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

How much does it snow in February?

In Plankinton, during February, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Plankinton have in February?

In Plankinton, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in February?

In Plankinton, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Plankinton, SD

Average temperature in February - Plankinton, 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
Plankinton, SD

Average pressure in February - Plankinton, 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
Plankinton, SD

Average wind speed in February - Plankinton, 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
Plankinton, SD

Average humidity in February - Plankinton, 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
Plankinton, SD

Average rainfall in February - Plankinton, 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
Plankinton, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Plankinton, 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
Plankinton, SD

Average snowfall in February - Plankinton, 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
Plankinton, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Plankinton, 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
Plankinton, SD

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Plankinton, 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
Plankinton, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Plankinton, 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
Plankinton, SD

Average UV index in February - Plankinton, 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
Plankinton, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Plankinton, 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
Plankinton, SD

Average visibility in February - Plankinton, 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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