February weather forecast
Byblos, Lebanon

Following January, February continues to be rainy but experiences a decrease in the volume of precipitation. Sea temperatures drop to 17.5°C (63.5°F), the lowest point during the year. This change introduces cooler winds from the sea, noticeably affecting the climate. In spite of the ongoing precipitation, increased daylight hours become progressively noticeable. While still comparatively chilling, much of the heavy winter clothing of the previous month gives way to lighter winter apparel.

Temperature

The shift to February signals an average high-temperature of a still cool 11°C (51.8°F), subtly varied from January's 10°C (50°F). Byblos, in February, observes a steady average low-temperature of 2°C (35.6°F).

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout February, 125mm (4.92") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 81 rainfall days, and 733mm (28.86") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

The month with the coldest seawater is February, with an average sea temperature of 17.5°C (63.5°F).
Note: In 17.5°C (63.5°F), swimming is not an enjoyable activity for most. The challenge of managing one's breathing increases as the temperature goes under 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 17:06. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:32 EET.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in February suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.