February weather forecast
Fort-de-France Bay, Martinique

In February, Fort-de-France Bay experiences a slight uptick in sunshine hours and UV index while rainfall diminishes. The climate maintains a consistent warm pattern, providing weather conditions that intersperse sunlit days with occasional rainfall. The variability of the weather, marked by a decrease in rainfall from 120mm (4.72") to 78mm (3.07"), gives way to a sunnier outlook compared to January. Neither too hot nor too cold, it's the perfect weather to take in the vibrant festival season in the city. Regardless of a little rain, beach goers should find the sea temperature inviting.

Temperature

February's average high-temperature is a still warm 27.8°C (82°F), maintaining a close comparison with January's 27.5°C (81.5°F). Fort-de-France Bay encounters an average low-temperature of 21.7°C (71.1°F) during February nights.

Rainfall

In Fort-de-France Bay, in February, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 78mm (3.07") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 198.2 rainfall days, and 2021mm (79.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

The months with the coldest seawater are February and March, with an average sea temperature of 26°C (78.8°F).
Note: Swimming, diving, and other water-related activities in temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered highly enjoyable and satisfying for longer durations without uneasiness.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:12 AST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

UV index

In Fort-de-France Bay, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 11. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 11 transforms into these recommendations:
Enforce every vital precaution. Those with light skin could endure burns in a matter of minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Even if the day is cloudy, sunscreen with SPF of at least 30 should be applied generously and reapplied often, particularly after swimming or outdoor exercise. Alert! UV radiation becomes sharper due to reflections from sand and water.