February weather forecast
Whittier, AK

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Weather in February

February’s weather builds upon January’s cold canvas, but with a slight uptick in average temperatures and a reduction in the number of rainfall days. Despite higher temperatures, February outdoes January in snowfall, astonished by the accumulation of 37.76" (959mm), making the month a compelling time for winter sports and activities. Moving on from February, longer day hours hint at the coming spring. Shovels and snow boots remain mandatory accessories, as the increased snowfall and intense cold continue to dominate the city's weather patterns.

Temperature

Whittier registers an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C) with the arrival of February, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. In Whittier, the February nights cool down to an average low of 12.2°F (-11°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity in Whittier, Alaska, is 90%.

Rainfall

In Whittier, Alaska, in February, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 7.13" (181mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 199.9 rainfall days, and 94.88" (2410mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Whittier, in February, during 18 snowfall days, 37.76" (959mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 111.4 snowfall days, and 193.66" (4919mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Whittier is 9h and 7min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 9:12 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:19 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Whittier, the average sunshine in February is 3.5h.

UV index

January, February, April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during February translates into the following directions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Whittier in February?

In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and 12.2°F (-11°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February in Whittier?

In February, the average relative humidity is 90%.

How much does it rain in Whittier in February?

In February, in Whittier, Alaska, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout February, 7.13" (181mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Whittier in February?

In Whittier, during February, snow falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 37.76" (959mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February in Whittier?

In February, the average day length in Whittier, Alaska, is 9h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Whittier?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 9:12 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:19 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Whittier have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February in Whittier is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Whittier?

The months with the lowest UV index in Whittier, Alaska, are January, February, April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in February in Whittier?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Whittier, Alaska, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Whittier, AK

Average temperature in February - Whittier, AK
  • Average high temperature in February: 23.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (55°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 12.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in February
Whittier, AK

Average pressure in February - Whittier, AK
  • Average pressure in February: 29.81"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.65"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Whittier, AK

Average wind speed in February - Whittier, AK
  • Average wind speed in February: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in February
Whittier, AK

Average humidity in February - Whittier, AK
  • Average humidity in February: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and April (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (82%).

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Average rainfall in February
Whittier, AK

Average rainfall in February - Whittier, AK
  • Average rainfall in February: 7.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (12.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (3.9").

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Average rainfall days in February
Whittier, AK

Average rainfall days in February - Whittier, AK
  • Average rainfall days in February: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Whittier, AK

Average snowfall in February - Whittier, AK
  • Average snowfall in February: 37.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (46.38").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Whittier, AK

Average snowfall days in February - Whittier, AK
  • Average snowfall days in February: 18 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (21.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Whittier, AK

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Whittier, AK
  • Average daylight in February: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Whittier, AK

Average sunshine days in February - Whittier, AK
  • Average sunshine days in February: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (9.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (5.6 days).

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Average UV index in February
Whittier, AK

Average UV index in February - Whittier, AK
  • Average UV index in February: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in February
Whittier, AK

Average cloud cover in February - Whittier, AK
  • Average cloud cover in February: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and June (Cloud cover 60).

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Average visibility in February
Whittier, AK

Average visibility in February - Whittier, AK
  • Average visibility in February: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).

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