February weather forecast
Great Falls, MT

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A far view from on top of the vast Missouri River of the City of Lights, Great Falls, Montana
A far view from on top of the vast Missouri River of the City of Lights, Great Falls, Montana

Weather in February

While February continues the winter vibes, it brings a slight increase in daylight hours when compared to January. The temperatures fluctuate between 18.3°F (-7.6°C) to 31.6°F (-0.2°C), while a record 2.09" (53mm) of snowfall blankets the town. When comparing February to the months that follow, a noticeable rise in temperatures is expected in March, signalling the beginning of spring. Local inhabitants often use the increased daylight hours for outdoor winter activities.

Temperature

Great Falls experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C) with the onset of February, maintaining near parity with January's 32.4°F (0.2°C). Great Falls reports an average low-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C) during the nights of February.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in Great Falls is 75%.

Rainfall

In Great Falls, in February, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Great Falls, during the entire year, the rain falls for 68.2 days and collects up to 4.49" (114mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Great Falls, Montana, are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 10 days and typically aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Great Falls, Montana, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 18min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:09 pm MST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during February translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Great Falls in February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Great Falls, is 31.6°F (-0.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 75%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Great Falls, during February, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10 days and accumulates 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In February, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout February, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In Great Falls, the average day length in February is 10h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:09 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Great Falls have in February?

In Great Falls, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in February in Great Falls?

In Great Falls, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in February
Great Falls, MT

Average temperature in February - Great Falls, MT
  • Average high temperature in February: 31.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.7°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (18.3°F).

Average pressure in February
Great Falls, MT

Average pressure in February - Great Falls, MT
  • Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Great Falls, MT

Average wind speed in February - Great Falls, MT
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.7mph).

Average humidity in February
Great Falls, MT

Average humidity in February - Great Falls, MT
  • Average humidity in February: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

Average rainfall in February
Great Falls, MT

Average rainfall in February - Great Falls, MT
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.16").

Average rainfall days in February
Great Falls, MT

Average rainfall days in February - Great Falls, MT
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (9.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in February
Great Falls, MT

Average snowfall in February - Great Falls, MT
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Great Falls, MT

Average snowfall days in February - Great Falls, MT
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Great Falls, MT

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Great Falls, MT
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Great Falls, MT

Average sunshine days in February - Great Falls, MT
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (16.2 days).

Average UV index in February
Great Falls, MT

Average UV index in February - Great Falls, MT
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Great Falls, MT

Average cloud cover in February - Great Falls, MT
  • Average cloud cover in February: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in February
Great Falls, MT

Average visibility in February - Great Falls, MT
  • 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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