Weather in February
Warmer rays of sunlight begin to seep into the atmosphere of
Viana do Castelo as
February edges on, offering a more comfortable weather spectrum than the previous month of
January. With a sea temperature averaging 13.8°C (56.8°F), an occasional mild breeze from the coast may waft into town. Compared to
March, February’s weather can be considered more volatile due to abrupt changes in temperature and daylight length. Even though it is still winter, the warming trend indicates the approach of spring. The daylight hours increase, exploring the possibility of longer outdoor activities or sightseeing ventures.
Temperature
At the start of February, Viana do Castelo's average high-temperature reaches a still moderate 15.5°C (59.9°F), subtly different from the preceding month. In the month of February, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 5.5°C (41.9°F).
Sea temperature
February and March, with an average sea temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Viana do Castelo.
Note: It is life-risking to swim in 13.8°C (56.8°F). Briefly staying in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels unsettling, and temperatures below 10°C (50°F) might result in cold shock and loss of breath control, hinging on personal endurance.
Daylight
In Viana do Castelo, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:47 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of February, in Viana do Castelo, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:24 WET.
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