February weather forecast
Prairie City, SD

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Prairie City, is another freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.3°F (-10.4°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

As January turns into February, the average high-temperatures rest at a still subzero cold 27°F (-2.8°C), showing a minor variation from the prior month. An average nighttime temperature of 13.3°F (-10.4°C) is recorded during February.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Prairie City, during February, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 104.8 rainfall days, and 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, October through December are months with snowfall. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Prairie City, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 25min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:37 pm MST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In Prairie City, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in February converts into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Prairie City, records 27°F (-2.8°C), while the low-temperature is 13.3°F (-10.4°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout February, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In Prairie City, in February, snow falls for 13.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:37 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Prairie City have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 4.6h.

How high is the UV index in February?

In Prairie City, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Prairie City, SD

Average temperature in February - Prairie City, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 27°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 13.3°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 (12°F).

Average pressure in February
Prairie City, SD

Average pressure in February - Prairie City, SD
  • Average pressure in February: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Prairie City, SD

Average wind speed in February - Prairie City, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in February
Prairie City, SD

Average humidity in February - Prairie City, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).

Average rainfall in February
Prairie City, SD

Average rainfall in February - Prairie City, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in February
Prairie City, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Prairie City, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Prairie City, SD

Average snowfall in February - Prairie City, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.84"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Prairie City, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Prairie City, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Prairie City, SD

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Prairie City, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February
Prairie City, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Prairie City, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Prairie City, SD

Average UV index in February - Prairie City, 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 November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Prairie City, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Prairie City, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in February
Prairie City, SD

Average visibility in February - Prairie City, 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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