February weather forecastMelbourne, Australia
February
Weather in February
February sustains the warmth, much like January, but with a slightly reduced high temperature, averaging 25.2°C (77.4°F). This month, while being the last of the summer, still provides ample daylight with a fair proportion of it perfect for sunbathing. The sea remains inviting for swimmers, with temperatures similar to those of January. Comparatively less windy than its preceding month, February sees a slight decrease in wind speed to average at 11km/h (6.8mph). Despite a reduction in some parameters from January, February still promises a delightful Melbourne summer experience with ample opportunities for outdoor enjoyment.Temperature
The average high-temperature in February, at a still moderately hot 25.2°C (77.4°F), reveals a modest deviation from January's 25.8°C (78.4°F). Melbourne's average low-temperature for the month of February records at a moderate 14.8°C (58.6°F).Humidity
In February, the average relative humidity in Melbourne is 66%.Rainfall
In Melbourne, in February, during 9.6 rainfall days, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Melbourne, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.4 days and collects up to 465mm (18.31") of precipitation.Sea temperature
The month with the warmest seawater in Melbourne is February, with an average sea temperature of 18.8°C (65.8°F).Note: For the majority, swimming in 18.8°C (65.8°F) does not offer a pleasant experience. Below 21°C (69.8°F), the difficulty in controlling breathing escalates.
Daylight
The average length of the day in February in Melbourne is 13h and 31min.On the first day of February in Melbourne, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 8:01 pm AEDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in February in Melbourne is 8.4h.UV index
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in February leads to these recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Melbourne, Australia
- Average high temperature in February: 25.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (25.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (12.4°C).
- Average low temperature in February: 14.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (6.6°C).
Average pressure in February
Melbourne, Australia
- Average pressure in February: 1014.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1021.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.3mbar).
Average wind speed in February
Melbourne, Australia
- Average wind speed in February: 11km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (13.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (10.6km/h).
Average humidity in February
Melbourne, Australia
- Average humidity in February: 66%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (63%).
Average rainfall in February
Melbourne, Australia
- Average rainfall in February: 36mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and December (45mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and April (34mm).
Average rainfall days in February
Melbourne, Australia
- Average rainfall days in February: 9.6 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).
Average sea temperature in February
Melbourne, Australia
- Average sea temperature in February: 18.8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (18.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (14.7°C).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Melbourne, Australia
- Average daylight in February: 13h and 30min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in February: 8h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in February
Melbourne, Australia
- Average sunshine days in February: 15.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (10.5 days).
Average UV index in February
Melbourne, Australia
- Average UV index in February: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in February
Melbourne, Australia
- Average cloud cover in February: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in February
Melbourne, Australia
- Average visibility in February: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
