February weather forecast
Cape Dorset, Canada

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Cape Dorset, is another life-threatening cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between -26.6°C (-15.9°F) and -22.3°C (-8.1°F).

Temperature

Cape Dorset's coldest weather arrives in February, when temperatures average a high of -22.3°C (-8.1°F) and a low of -26.6°C (-15.9°F).

Humidity

February is the most humid month in Cape Dorset, with an average relative humidity of 97%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is February, when the rain falls for 0.7 days and typically collects 6mm (0.24") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Cape Dorset, Canada, in February, during 15.7 snowfall days, 39mm (1.54") of snow is typically accumulated. In Cape Dorset, during the entire year, snow falls for 150.5 days and aggregates up to 650mm (25.59") of snow.

Sea temperature

January through April, with an average sea temperature of -2°C (28.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: While swimming, this scenario is perilously cold, dangerous, and potentially fatal. Hypothermia is almost imminent without proper insulated waterproof attire.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Cape Dorset is 8h and 36min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 8:47 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Cape Dorset, the average sunshine in February is 1.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Cape Dorset?

Cape Dorset's coldest temperatures are experienced in February, with average high temperatures of -22.3°C (-8.1°F) and lows of -26.6°C (-15.9°F).

How cold is February in Cape Dorset?

During February, Cape Dorset experiences an average high-temperature of -22.3°C (-8.1°F) and a low-temperature of -26.6°C (-15.9°F).

What is the most humid month in Cape Dorset?

With an average relative humidity of 97%, February is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in February in Cape Dorset?

The average relative humidity in February is 97%.

What is the driest month in Cape Dorset?

February is the month with the least rainfall in Cape Dorset, Canada. Rain falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 6mm (0.24") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Cape Dorset in February?

In February, in Cape Dorset, Canada, the rain falls for 0.7 days. Throughout February, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Cape Dorset in February?

In Cape Dorset, in February, snow falls for 15.7 days, with typically accumulated 39mm (1.54") of snow.

What months are the sea coldest in Cape Dorset?

The months with the coldest seawater in Cape Dorset, Canada, are January through April, with an average sea temperature of -2°C (28.4°F).

What is the water temperature in February in Cape Dorset?

In Cape Dorset, Canada, the average seawater temperature in February is -2°C (28.4°F). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

How many hours of daylight does Cape Dorset have in February?

The average day length in February is 8h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Cape Dorset?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:47 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cape Dorset, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Cape Dorset?

In Cape Dorset, Canada, the average sunshine duration in February is 1.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Cape Dorset?

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Cape Dorset, Canada.

How high is the UV index in February in Cape Dorset?

In Cape Dorset, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in February
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average temperature in February - Cape Dorset, Canada
  • Average high temperature in February: -22.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (9.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-22.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: -26.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (5.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-26.6°C).

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Average pressure in February
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average pressure in February - Cape Dorset, Canada
  • Average pressure in February: 1010.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (1015mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1007.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in February
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average wind speed in February - Cape Dorset, Canada
  • Average wind speed in February: 15.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (23.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (15.3km/h).

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Average humidity in February
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average humidity in February - Cape Dorset, Canada
  • Average humidity in February: 97%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (97%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

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Average rainfall in February
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average rainfall in February - Cape Dorset, Canada
  • Average rainfall in February: 6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (40mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).

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Average rainfall days in February
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average rainfall days in February - Cape Dorset, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in February: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.7 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average snowfall in February - Cape Dorset, Canada
  • Average snowfall in February: 39mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (112mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (1mm).

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Average snowfall days in February
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average snowfall days in February - Cape Dorset, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in February: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (20.9 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).

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Average sea temperature in February
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average sea temperature in February - Cape Dorset, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in February: -2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (-2°C).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Cape Dorset, Canada
  • Average daylight in February: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 1h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average sunshine days in February - Cape Dorset, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.5 days).

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Average UV index in February
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average UV index in February - Cape Dorset, Canada
  • Average UV index in February: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in February
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average cloud cover in February - Cape Dorset, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in February: 87

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 87).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 45).

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Average visibility in February
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average visibility in February - Cape Dorset, Canada
  • Average visibility in February: 7km

The month with the highest visibility is July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (7km).

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