February weather - Winter 2025

Weather in February
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Average pressure in February
Average wind speed in February
Average humidity in February
Average rainfall in February
Average rainfall days in February
Average snowfall days in February
Average sea temperature in February
Average daylight in February
Average sunshine in February
Average sunshine days in February
Average UV index in February
Average cloud cover in February
Average visibility in February

the colorful red night sky in the seaside city of Galveston in Texas

Weather in February

As winter nears its end, February in Galveston offers a glimpse of warmth. The sea temperature clocks in at 57.4°F (14.1°C) offering a slightly warmer condition for aquatic enthusiasts compared to January. Days become slightly longer, virtually opening doors for longer periods of outdoor activities. Nevertheless, citizens remain wary of irregular instances of rainfall, accompanied by small increases in wind speed. The disappearance of snow completely marks an official end to the freezing conditions of winter.

Temperature

The arrival of February coincides with an average high-temperature of an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C), indicating a minimal shift from January's 59.7°F (15.4°C). Consistently, Galveston reports average nighttime temperatures of 54.9°F (12.7°C) during February, a marginal step down from its daytime highs.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

February and March are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January and February are months with snowfall. February is the last month it regularly snows. Throughout February, there are 0.1 snowfall days. In Galveston, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.4 days.

Ocean temperature

In February, the average ocean temperature is 57.4°F (14.1°C).
Note: One needs to be cautious in 57.4°F (14.1°C) waters. 55.4°F (13°C) is already forbidding, but sub14°F (-10°C) can seriously disrupt your breathing and lead to a frigid shock, considering one's well-being.

Daylight

In Galveston, the average length of the day in February is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:57 pm. On the last day of February, in Galveston, Texas, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Galveston, the average sunshine in February is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during February translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in February?

An average high-temperature, in February, in Galveston, is 62.2°F (16.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 54.9°F (12.7°C).

What are the most humid months in Galveston?

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in February?

In Galveston, the average relative humidity in February is 81%.

What is the driest month in Galveston?

The months with the least rainfall are February and March Rain falls for 10.8 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in February?

In Galveston, during February, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

February is the last month it regularly snows. Throughout February, there are 0.1 snowfall days.

How cold is the water in February?

In February, the average ocean temperature is 57.4°F (14.1°C). Swimming in 57.4°F (14.1°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 11h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

How high is the UV index in February?

In Galveston, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J February M A M J J A S O N D

Jan

February

Mar

Average high temperature

59.7°F 15.4°C

62.2°F 16.8°C

67.3°F 19.6°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12.8mph 20.6km/h

12.9mph 20.8km/h

12.7mph 20.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

10.1

10.8

11.3

Average snowfall days

0.3

0.1

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

18.2

14.8

17.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Galveston, TX

Average high temperature in February: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.7°F).

Average low temperature in February: 54.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (81.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (51.6°F).

Average pressure in February
Galveston, TX

Average pressure in February: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Galveston, TX

Average wind speed in February: 12.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4mph).

Average humidity in February
Galveston, TX

Average humidity in February: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in February
Galveston, TX

Average rainfall in February: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (0.75").

Average rainfall days in February
Galveston, TX

Average rainfall days in February: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.1 days).

Average snowfall days in February
Galveston, TX

Average snowfall days in February: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in February
Galveston, TX

Average sea temperature in February: 57.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (87.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (56.5°F).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Galveston, TX

Average daylight in February: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

Average sunshine in February: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in February
Galveston, TX

Average sunshine days in February: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Galveston, TX

Average UV index in February: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in February
Galveston, TX

Average cloud cover in February: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and October (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in February
Galveston, TX

Average visibility in February: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

February weather forecast
Galveston, TX

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