Weather in February
As February rolls in, Portrane's weather presents a note of quiet expectation, hinting at the approaching spring. Slightly cooler than January, the sea ceases to reveal the same resilience and sinks to a still tolerable 8.8°C (47.8°F). This month sees a promise of lengthier sprigs of daylight, invoking wishes of spring. Even as the sea gets a tad colder, the upcoming month of March brings a promise of milder weather conditions. Additionally, with the daylight stretch continuing, one looks forward to longer strolls on the beach at dusk.
Note: Swimming in 8.8°C (47.8°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:00 pm GMT.
[Resources]Sea temperature
In Portrane, in February, the average water temperature is 8.8°C (47.8°F).Note: Swimming in 8.8°C (47.8°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.
Daylight
The average length of the day in February in Portrane, Ireland, is 9h and 50min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:00 pm GMT.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is the water in February in Portrane?
In February, the average sea temperature in Portrane, Ireland, is 8.8°C (47.8°F). Swimming in 8.8°C (47.8°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 Portrane?
In Portrane, Ireland, the average day length in February is 9h and 50min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Portrane?
In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Portrane, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:00 pm GMT.
Average sea temperature in February
Portrane, Ireland
- Average sea temperature in February: 8.8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8.4°C).
Average daylight in February
Portrane, Ireland
- Average daylight in February: 9h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).
Portrane, Ireland
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