February weather forecast
Yakutat, AK

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A beautiful panorama of the famous St Elias Mountain covered in snow and clouds, with a view of the Hubbard Glacier, Yakutat, Alaska
A beautiful panorama of the famous St Elias Mountain covered in snow and clouds, with a view of the Hubbard Glacier, Yakutat, Alaska

Weather in February

As the second month of the year rolls in, Yakutat experiences a continuation of winter conditions. Gradual meteorological changes are ebbing in with a decrease of snowfall to 9.17" (233mm) from 9.53" (242mm) in January. Albeit the daily cold temperatures, the days start getting longer and it provides additional hours for sunlight to grace the chilled environments on suitable days. Although early signs of change may be felt, the bracing nip of the consistent northerly winds lingers on. Slight elevations of atmospheric pressure further add a steady note to February's climatic scenario.

Temperature

The arrival of February marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a still icy 35.2°F (1.8°C) from January's 34.9°F (1.6°C). Yakutat navigates through February with a barely noticeable decrease in temperature at night, stabilizing at a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 75%.

Rainfall

In Yakutat, in February, during 10.1 rainfall days, 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171.7 rainfall days, and 60.71" (1542mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In February, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout February, 9.17" (233mm) of snow is accumulated. In Yakutat, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.2 days and aggregates up to 45.31" (1151mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

January through April, with an average ocean temperature of 42.8°F (6°C), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: Being in 42.8°F (6°C) waters at 55.4°F (13°C) is discomforting, but anything below 50°F (10°C) can jeopardize breathing and induce cold shock, factoring in physical endurance.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 9h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:46 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 3.7h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index 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 average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in February converts into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Yakutat, records 35.2°F (1.8°C), while the low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 75%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Yakutat, during February, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Yakutat, in February, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 9.17" (233mm) of snow.

What are the months with the coldest ocean?

The months with the coldest seawater are January through April, with an average ocean temperature of 42.8°F (6°C).

What is the water temperature in February?

In Yakutat, in February, the average water temperature is 42.8°F (6°C). Swimming in 42.8°F (6°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Yakutat have in February?

In February, the average day length is 9h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:46 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Yakutat have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

What is the UV index reading in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Yakutat, AK

Average temperature in February - Yakutat, AK
  • Average high temperature in February: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (53.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

Average pressure in February
Yakutat, AK

Average pressure in February - Yakutat, AK
  • Average pressure in February: 29.86"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.02"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.69"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Yakutat, AK

Average wind speed in February - Yakutat, AK
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in February
Yakutat, AK

Average humidity in February - Yakutat, AK
  • Average humidity in February: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in February
Yakutat, AK

Average rainfall in February - Yakutat, AK
  • Average rainfall in February: 4.25"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (8.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.32").

Average rainfall days in February
Yakutat, AK

Average rainfall days in February - Yakutat, AK
  • Average rainfall days in February: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in February
Yakutat, AK

Average snowfall in February - Yakutat, AK
  • Average snowfall in February: 9.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Yakutat, AK

Average snowfall days in February - Yakutat, AK
  • Average snowfall days in February: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in February
Yakutat, AK

Average sea temperature in February - Yakutat, AK
  • Average sea temperature in February: 43°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (57°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (43°F).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Yakutat, AK

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Yakutat, AK
  • Average daylight in February: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in February
Yakutat, AK

Average sunshine days in February - Yakutat, AK
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (10.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Yakutat, AK

Average UV index in February - Yakutat, AK
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Yakutat, AK

Average cloud cover in February - Yakutat, AK
  • Average cloud cover in February: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 55).

Average visibility in February
Yakutat, AK

Average visibility in February - Yakutat, AK
  • 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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