February weather forecast
La Rochelle, France

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Weather in February

Equipped with the coldest sea temperatures of the year, February's climate in La Rochelle might feel sharper than earlier months. Though it is still winter, there is a palpable sense of days growing longer and the city tiptoeing towards spring. While the rainfall is less than January, marine layers continue to add moisture to the environment. The desire for a warm beverage or a hearty French stew becomes more accentuated this month. Despite the chill, the city's romantic allure is heightened with Valentine's Day celebrations in the scenic old town.

Temperature

The transition into February marks the average high-temperature at a still chilly 9.8°C (49.6°F), differing minimally from January's 9.4°C (48.9°F). La Rochelle maintains a minor drop in temperature during February nights, with averages of 5.4°C (41.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 80%.

Rainfall

In La Rochelle, France, during February, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 42mm (1.65") of precipitation. In La Rochelle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.5 days and collects up to 528mm (20.79") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are February, March and December. February is the first month it typically snows in La Rochelle. Throughout February, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of snow. Throughout the year, in La Rochelle, there are 1 snowfall days, and 9mm (0.35") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 9.9°C (49.8°F), February is the month with the coldest seawater.
Note: Beware when you're in 9.9°C (49.8°F) waters; 13°C (55.4°F) is chilling and anything below 10°C (50°F) could cause breathing hindrance and a sudden cold shock, given your physical condition.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 22min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 08:27 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:44 and sunset at 18:49 CET.

Sunshine

In La Rochelle, the average sunshine in February is 6.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in February translates into this advice:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for La Rochelle in February?

The average high-temperature, in February, in La Rochelle, is 9.8°C (49.6°F), while the average low-temperature is 5.4°C (41.7°F).

What is the average humidity in February in La Rochelle?

In February, the average relative humidity in La Rochelle, France, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in February in La Rochelle?

In La Rochelle, during February, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 42mm (1.65") of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in La Rochelle?

February is the first month it typically snows in La Rochelle, France. Throughout February, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of snow.

What is the month with the coldest sea water in La Rochelle?

February is the month with the coldest seawater in La Rochelle, France, with an average sea temperature of 9.9°C (49.8°F).

What is the water temperature in February in La Rochelle?

In February, the average sea temperature in La Rochelle is 9.9°C (49.8°F). Swimming in 9.9°C (49.8°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in February in La Rochelle?

In La Rochelle, the average day length in February is 10h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in La Rochelle?

On the first day of February in La Rochelle, France, sunrise is at 08:27 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:44 and sunset at 18:49 CET.

How long on average sun shines in February in La Rochelle?

The average sunshine duration in February is 6.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in La Rochelle?

The months with the lowest UV index in La Rochelle, France, are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in February in La Rochelle?

In La Rochelle, France, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in February
La Rochelle, France

Average temperature in February - La Rochelle, France
  • Average high temperature in February: 9.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 5.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (17°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (5.4°C).

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Average pressure in February
La Rochelle, France

Average pressure in February - La Rochelle, France
  • Average pressure in February: 1017.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1014.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in February
La Rochelle, France

Average wind speed in February - La Rochelle, France
  • Average wind speed in February: 21.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (21.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (14.5km/h).

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Average humidity in February
La Rochelle, France

Average humidity in February - La Rochelle, France
  • Average humidity in February: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (71%).

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Average rainfall in February
La Rochelle, France

Average rainfall in February - La Rochelle, France
  • Average rainfall in February: 42mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (84mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (26mm).

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Average rainfall days in February
La Rochelle, France

Average rainfall days in February - La Rochelle, France
  • Average rainfall days in February: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in February
La Rochelle, France

Average snowfall in February - La Rochelle, France
  • Average snowfall in February: 2mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in February
La Rochelle, France

Average snowfall days in February - La Rochelle, France
  • Average snowfall days in February: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in February
La Rochelle, France

Average sea temperature in February - La Rochelle, France
  • Average sea temperature in February: 9.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (19.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (9.9°C).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
La Rochelle, France

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - La Rochelle, France
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in February
La Rochelle, France

Average sunshine days in February - La Rochelle, France
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in February
La Rochelle, France

Average UV index in February - La Rochelle, France
  • Average UV index in February: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in February
La Rochelle, France

Average cloud cover in February - La Rochelle, France
  • Average cloud cover in February: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in February
La Rochelle, France

Average visibility in February - La Rochelle, France
  • Average visibility in February: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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