February weather - Winter 2024

Weather in February
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Average pressure in February
Average wind speed in February
Average humidity in February
Average rainfall in February
Average rainfall days in February
Average snowfall in February
Average snowfall days in February
Average daylight in February
Average sunshine in February
Average sunshine days in February
Average UV index in February
Average cloud cover in February
Average visibility in February

Bright yellow trees along the shores of the iconic Salmon River in Salmon, Idaho

Weather in February

Barely discernible from its predecessor, February in Salmon picks up where January left off. The city continues to be a winter wonderland, ideal for skiing and snowboarding. However, snowfall is usually slightly more copious during this month, reaching up to 5" (127mm). The shifting weather dynamics are subtle, culminating in a slightly longer daylight duration enhancing the winter vista. The month ends leaving behind whirls of snow and giving a glimpse of the forthcoming spring.

Temperature

As January transitions into February, the average high-temperature in Salmon, Idaho, rests at a still freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Nighttime temperature in Salmon lowers to an average of 10.8°F (-11.8°C) in February.

Humidity

The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout February, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Salmon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.5 days and collects up to 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. February is the month with the most snowfall in Salmon. Snow falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 5" (127mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:42 pm. On the last day of February, in Salmon, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:22 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Salmon, the average sunshine in February is 5.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Salmon. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in February converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. 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 alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Salmon?

In Salmon, 27.9°F (-2.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 10.8°F (-11.8°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

What is the most humid month in Salmon?

February is the most humid month in Salmon, Idaho, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

What is the average humidity in February in Salmon?

In Salmon, the average relative humidity in February is 89%.

How many days does it rain in February in Salmon?

In February, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout February, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Salmon?

The month with the most snowfall in Salmon, Idaho, is February, when snow falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Salmon in February?

In Salmon, Idaho, in February, during 12.3 snowfall days, 5" (127mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Salmon have in February?

The average day length in February in Salmon, Idaho, is 10h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Salmon?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:22 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Salmon have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Salmon?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in February in Salmon?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Salmon is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J February M A M J J A S O N D

Jan

February

Mar

Average high temperature

27.3°F -2.6°C

27.9°F -2.3°C

34°F 1.1°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

5.1mph 8.2km/h

5.2mph 8.4km/h

5.6mph 9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

19.3

13.3

11.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Salmon, ID

Average high temperature in February: 27.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.2°F).

Average low temperature in February: 10.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (47.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (9.5°F).

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Average pressure in February
Salmon, ID

Average pressure in February: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Salmon, ID

Average wind speed in February: 4.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in February
Salmon, ID

Average humidity in February: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).

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Average rainfall in February
Salmon, ID

Average rainfall in February: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in February
Salmon, ID

Average rainfall days in February: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Salmon, ID

Average snowfall in February: 5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Salmon, ID

Average snowfall days in February: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 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
Salmon, ID

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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Salmon, ID

Average sunshine days in February: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.7 days).

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Average UV index in February
Salmon, ID

Average UV index in February: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in February
Salmon, ID

Average cloud cover in February: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in February
Salmon, ID

Average visibility in February: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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February weather forecast
Salmon, ID

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