Weather in February
Temperature
The arrival of February marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.2°C (86.4°F) from January's 30.8°C (87.4°F). In February, Thursday Island encounters an average low-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F) during the night.Rainfall
In Thursday Island, during February, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 407mm (16.02") of precipitation. In Thursday Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132 days and collects up to 1716mm (67.56") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In February, the average sea temperature is 29.4°C (84.9°F).Note: For water activities like swimming, diving, and more, temperatures ranging between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) offer superior comfort and enjoyment for lengthy durations.
Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 12h and 26min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:52 pm AEST.
Sunshine
January through March, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In February, a daily UV index of 12 turns into the following recommendations:
Take all required precautions, as unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. A broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ should be used liberally and reapplied every two hours or post an outdoor workout or swim. Be alert! The reflection of water and sand augments UV radiation intensity.
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Average temperature in February
Thursday Island, Australia
- Average high temperature in February: 30.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (32.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (28.3°C).
- Average low temperature in February: 24.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is December (25.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22.6°C).
Average rainfall in February
Thursday Island, Australia
- Average rainfall in February: 407.2mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (432.4mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (3.1mm).
Average rainfall days in February
Thursday Island, Australia
- Average rainfall days in February: 17 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, February and March (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are September and October (6 days).
Average sea temperature in February
Thursday Island, Australia
- Average sea temperature in February: 29.4°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are January and December (29.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July and August (25.3°C).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Thursday Island, Australia
- Average daylight in February: 12h and 2min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in February: 6h
The months with the most sunshine are August, September, October and November (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and March (Average sunshine: 6h).
Average UV index in February
Thursday Island, Australia
- Average UV index in February: 12
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 9).
Thursday Island, Australia
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