February weather forecast
Chania, Greece

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The lighthouse surrounded by water in Chania, Greece
The lighthouse surrounded by water in Chania, Greece

Weather in February

February in Chania, Greece, witnesses a small ascension in temperatures compared to January, with the mercury climbing to an average high of 14.2°C (57.6°F). Although it is still part of the rainy season with 86mm (3.39") of rainfall over 14.1 days, it experiences slightly less precipitation. With the easing of the winter cold, humidity levels drop subtly to 75%. The sea temperature in Chania also dips a bit during February, contrasting with onshore temperatures. Advancing towards spring, the city starts to welcome the first blooms, abating the winter blues with the promise of warmer days.

Temperature

February's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still moderate 14.2°C (57.6°F), diverging marginally from January's 13.3°C (55.9°F). Night temperatures during February experience a slight downturn, averaging a frosty 9.8°C (49.6°F).

Humidity

In Chania, the average relative humidity in February is 75%.

Rainfall

In Chania, in February, during 14.1 rainfall days, 86mm (3.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.3 days and collects up to 509mm (20.04") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 15.9°C (60.6°F), February is the month with the coldest seawater in Chania.
Note: In 15.9°C (60.6°F), swimming is not an enjoyable activity for most. As the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), it becomes harder to control breathing.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Chania, Greece, is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:18 EET.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Chania is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Chania is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in February translates into the following instructions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average February temperature in Chania?

The high-temperature, in February, in Chania, records 14.2°C (57.6°F), while the low-temperature is 9.8°C (49.6°F).

What is the average humidity in February in Chania?

The average relative humidity in February is 75%.

How many days does it rain in February in Chania?

In Chania, Greece, during February, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 86mm (3.39") of precipitation.

When is the sea coldest in Chania?

With an average sea temperature of 15.9°C (60.6°F), February is the month with the coldest seawater in Chania, Greece.

How cold is the water in February in Chania?

In February, the average sea temperature in Chania is 15.9°C (60.6°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 15.9°C (60.6°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the average length of the day in February in Chania?

In February, the average day length in Chania, Greece, is 10h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Chania?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of the month, in Chania, Greece, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:18 EET.

How long on average sun shines in February in Chania?

The average sunshine duration in February in Chania is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in February in Chania?

In Chania, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in February
Chania, Greece

Average temperature in February - Chania, Greece
  • Average high temperature in February: 14.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (28.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 9.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.2°C).

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Average pressure in February
Chania, Greece

Average pressure in February - Chania, Greece
  • Average pressure in February: 1015.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1010.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in February
Chania, Greece

Average wind speed in February - Chania, Greece
  • Average wind speed in February: 16.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.9km/h).

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Average humidity in February
Chania, Greece

Average humidity in February - Chania, Greece
  • Average humidity in February: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (61%).

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Average rainfall in February
Chania, Greece

Average rainfall in February - Chania, Greece
  • Average rainfall in February: 86mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (91mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3mm).

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Average rainfall days in February
Chania, Greece

Average rainfall days in February - Chania, Greece
  • Average rainfall days in February: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.7 days).

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Average sea temperature in February
Chania, Greece

Average sea temperature in February - Chania, Greece
  • Average sea temperature in February: 15.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (15.9°C).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Chania, Greece

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Chania, Greece
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Chania, Greece

Average sunshine days in February - Chania, Greece
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in February
Chania, Greece

Average UV index in February - Chania, Greece
  • Average UV index in February: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in February
Chania, Greece

Average cloud cover in February - Chania, Greece
  • Average cloud cover in February: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 4).

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Average visibility in February
Chania, Greece

Average visibility in February - Chania, Greece
  • 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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