February weather forecast
Fairfax, SD

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another freezing cold month in Fairfax, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

Temperature

During February, the average high-temperature is a still freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C), maintaining a close resemblance to that of the preceding month. Throughout February nights, Fairfax registers an average low-temperature of 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in Fairfax is 78%.

Rainfall

February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.6 days and accumulates 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fairfax are January through April, October through December. In February, in Fairfax, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout February, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 32.8 snowfall days, and 8.35" (212mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 34min.
On the first day of February in Fairfax, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Fairfax is 5.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Fairfax. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In February, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Fairfax in February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Fairfax, is 31.5°F (-0.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Fairfax?

The average relative humidity in February in Fairfax, South Dakota, is 78%.

What is the driest month in Fairfax?

February is the month with the least rainfall in Fairfax. Rain falls for 3.6 days and accumulates 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Fairfax in February?

In February, in Fairfax, South Dakota, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout February, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fairfax in February?

In Fairfax, South Dakota, during February, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

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

In February, the average day length in Fairfax, South Dakota, is 10h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Fairfax?

On the first day of February in Fairfax, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairfax have in February?

In Fairfax, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fairfax?

The months with the lowest UV index in Fairfax, South Dakota, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in February in Fairfax?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Fairfax is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Fairfax, SD

Average temperature in February - Fairfax, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 16.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

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Average pressure in February
Fairfax, SD

Average pressure in February - Fairfax, SD
  • Average pressure in February: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Fairfax, SD

Average wind speed in February - Fairfax, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in February
Fairfax, SD

Average humidity in February - Fairfax, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

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Average rainfall in February
Fairfax, SD

Average rainfall in February - Fairfax, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in February
Fairfax, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Fairfax, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Fairfax, SD

Average snowfall in February - Fairfax, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.54"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Fairfax, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Fairfax, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Fairfax, SD

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Fairfax, SD
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Fairfax, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Fairfax, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in February
Fairfax, SD

Average UV index in February - Fairfax, SD
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Fairfax, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Fairfax, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in February
Fairfax, SD

Average visibility in February - Fairfax, SD
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

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

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