February weather forecast
Rapid Valley, SD

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Rapid Valley, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

Temperature

Rapid Valley notes an average high-temperature of a still icy 33.4°F (0.8°C) in February, hardly diverging from January. In the month of February, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

Humidity

In Rapid Valley, the average relative humidity in February is 75%.

Rainfall

In Rapid Valley, in February, during 5.9 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.8 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rapid Valley, South Dakota, are January through May, September through December. In Rapid Valley, in February, during 10.5 snowfall days, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rapid Valley, there are 50.4 snowfall days, and 24.41" (620mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Rapid Valley, South Dakota, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of February, in Rapid Valley, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year in Rapid Valley, South Dakota, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Rapid Valley?

The high-temperature, in February, in Rapid Valley, records 33.4°F (0.8°C), while the low-temperature is 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Rapid Valley?

In February, the average relative humidity in Rapid Valley, South Dakota, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Rapid Valley in February?

In Rapid Valley, South Dakota, during February, the rain falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Rapid Valley in February?

In Rapid Valley, in February, during 10.5 snowfall days, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February in Rapid Valley?

In Rapid Valley, the average day length in February is 10h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Rapid Valley?

On the first day of February in Rapid Valley, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rapid Valley?

With an average of 5.9h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Rapid Valley have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Rapid Valley, South Dakota, is 5.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Rapid Valley?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in February in Rapid Valley?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Rapid Valley, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Rapid Valley, SD

Average temperature in February - Rapid Valley, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 17.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).

Average pressure in February
Rapid Valley, SD

Average pressure in February - Rapid Valley, SD
  • Average pressure in February: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Rapid Valley, SD

Average wind speed in February - Rapid Valley, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in February
Rapid Valley, SD

Average humidity in February - Rapid Valley, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).

Average rainfall in February
Rapid Valley, SD

Average rainfall in February - Rapid Valley, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in February
Rapid Valley, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Rapid Valley, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Rapid Valley, SD

Average snowfall in February - Rapid Valley, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Rapid Valley, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Rapid Valley, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Rapid Valley, SD

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Rapid Valley, 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: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in February
Rapid Valley, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Rapid Valley, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in February
Rapid Valley, SD

Average UV index in February - Rapid Valley, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Rapid Valley, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Rapid Valley, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in February
Rapid Valley, SD

Average visibility in February - Rapid Valley, 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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