Weather in February
Temperature
Santa Cruz's coldest month, February, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 18°C (64.4°F) to a low of 13°C (55.4°F).Rainfall
In Santa Cruz, during February, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 82mm (3.23") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 191 rainfall days, and 592mm (23.31") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
The months with the coldest seawater are January through April, with an average sea temperature of 18°C (64.4°F).Note: For most, swimming in 18°C (64.4°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 11h and 2min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:02 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 07:35 and sunset at 19:03 WET.
Sunshine
January, February, November and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in February is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in February leads to these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Average temperature in February
Santa Cruz, Portugal
- Average high temperature in February: 18°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (25°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (18°C).
- Average low temperature in February: 13°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are July, August and September (19°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February and March (13°C).
Average rainfall in February
Santa Cruz, Portugal
- Average rainfall in February: 82mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (96mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).
Average rainfall days in February
Santa Cruz, Portugal
- Average rainfall days in February: 18 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (20 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July and August (12 days).
Average sea temperature in February
Santa Cruz, Portugal
- Average sea temperature in February: 18°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (23°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (18°C).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Santa Cruz, Portugal
- Average daylight in February: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in February: 5h
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, November and December (Average sunshine: 5h).
Average UV index in February
Santa Cruz, Portugal
- Average UV index in February: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Santa Cruz, Portugal
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