February weather forecast
Yellowknife, Canada

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Purple and blue colors of a scenic aurora borealis seen in the hilly region of Yellowknife in Canada
Purple and blue colors of a scenic aurora borealis seen in the hilly region of Yellowknife in Canada

Weather in February

Moving into February, the air remains bracingly cold, yet the city experiences a slight rise in the maximum temperature, from -18.8°C (-1.8°F) to -16.8°C (1.8°F) compared to January. The snowfall recedes significantly with lesser snow days bringing some relief to the residents. The spirit of winter prevails with a continuous spell of sub-zero temperatures, thereby confirming its position as one of the coldest cities. However, longer daylight hours bring some respite to the otherwise dark, frosty days.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in Yellowknife, Canada, for February is a still arctic cold -16.8°C (1.8°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. During February, the average low-temperature in Yellowknife is a dangerously cold -24.8°C (-12.6°F).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 97%.

Rainfall

February is the month with the least rainfall in Yellowknife. Rain falls for 0.3 days and accumulates 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In February, it is snowing for 12.1 days. Throughout February, 37mm (1.46") of snow is accumulated. In Yellowknife, Canada, during the entire year, snow falls for 112.8 days and aggregates up to 564mm (22.2") of snow.

Daylight

In Yellowknife, the average length of the day in February is 8h and 53min.
On the first day of February in Yellowknife, Canada, sunrise is at 9:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:58 pm MST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Yellowknife is 1.4h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Yellowknife. 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: In February, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Yellowknife?

In Yellowknife, in February, the average high-temperature is -16.8°C (1.8°F), and the average low-temperature is -24.8°C (-12.6°F).

What is the average humidity in February in Yellowknife?

In Yellowknife, Canada, the average relative humidity in February is 97%.

What is the driest month in Yellowknife?

February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 0.3 days and accumulates 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in February in Yellowknife?

In Yellowknife, Canada, in February, during 0.3 rainfall days, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February in Yellowknife?

In Yellowknife, Canada, in February, snow falls for 12.1 days, with typically accumulated 37mm (1.46") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Yellowknife have in February?

In February, the average day length in Yellowknife, Canada, is 8h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Yellowknife?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 9:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:58 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Yellowknife have in February?

In Yellowknife, the average sunshine duration in February is 1.4h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Yellowknife, Canada, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Yellowknife?

In Yellowknife, Canada, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Yellowknife, Canada

Average temperature in February - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average high temperature in February: -16.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-18.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: -24.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-25.2°C).

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Average pressure in February
Yellowknife, Canada

Average pressure in February - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average pressure in February: 1020.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1020.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1009.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in February
Yellowknife, Canada

Average wind speed in February - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average wind speed in February: 12.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (14.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (12.2km/h).

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Average humidity in February
Yellowknife, Canada

Average humidity in February - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average humidity in February: 97%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (98%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (52%).

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Average rainfall in February
Yellowknife, Canada

Average rainfall in February - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average rainfall in February: 4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (41mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (4mm).

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Average rainfall days in February
Yellowknife, Canada

Average rainfall days in February - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in February: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.3 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Yellowknife, Canada

Average snowfall in February - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average snowfall in February: 37mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (114mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in February
Yellowknife, Canada

Average snowfall days in February - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in February: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (20.3 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
Yellowknife, Canada

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average daylight in February: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 1h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 1h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Yellowknife, Canada

Average sunshine days in February - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in February: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in February
Yellowknife, Canada

Average UV index in February - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average UV index in February: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in February
Yellowknife, Canada

Average cloud cover in February - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in February: 86

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 87).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in February
Yellowknife, Canada

Average visibility in February - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average visibility in February: 5km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5km).

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