February weather forecast
Sault Ste. Marie, MI

As it transitions from January, February in Sault Ste. Marie continues to be dominated by winter conditions. With snow still abundant, winter sports continue unabated, and picturesque sceneries remain. Snowfall decreases to 18.6" (472mm) in February, reflecting a diminishing winter activity. Temperatures slightly rise, signaling the slow but gradual approach of spring. This period highlights late-winter festivities in the city, taking advantage of the still frosty conditions.

Temperature

The transition into February in Sault Ste. Marie shows a subtle variation to a still subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C) from January's 23°F (-5°C) in the average high-temperature. An average nighttime temperature of 9.3°F (-12.6°C) is witnessed in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan throughout February.

Rainfall

February is the month with the least rainfall in Sault Ste. Marie. Rain falls for 13 days and accumulates 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Sault Ste. Marie. In Sault Ste. Marie, during February, snow falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 18.58" (472mm) of snow. In Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, during the entire year, snow falls for 79.2 days and aggregates up to 120.39" (3058mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

The months with the coldest seawater in Sault Ste. Marie are February through April, with an average ocean temperature of 35.6°F (2°C).
Note: In the realm of swimming, this state is extremely cold, treacherous, and life-threatening. Without properly insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia develops almost immediately.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Sault Ste. Marie is 10h and 22min.
On the first day of February in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, is 5.1h.

UV index

In Sault Ste. Marie, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during February leads to these instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.