February weather forecastDauphin Island, AL

The scenic Dauphin Island in AlabamaThe scenic Dauphin Island in Alabama

February

Weather in February

The weather in February witnesses a slight elevation in temperatures compared to January. Despite the winter-season, the warmth of the Gulf of Mexico affects the city, allowing for a relatively mild month. Humidity remains fairly consistent, underlining the moist conditions in Dauphin Island. The daily weather can swing between rainy stints and sun-soaked intervals. February closes the winter chapter making way for the sprouting spring.

Temperature

Transitioning into February, Dauphin Island experiences an average high-temperature of a comfortable 63°F (17.2°C), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. Dauphin Island observes an average low-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) during February.

Humidity

In Dauphin Island, the average relative humidity in February is 77%.

Rainfall

In Dauphin Island, during February, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. In Dauphin Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.1 days and collects up to 45.94" (1167mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Dauphin Island, snow does not fall in February through December.

Ocean temperature

In Dauphin Island, in February, the average water temperature is 58.8°F (14.9°C).
Note: Swimming in 58.8°F (14.9°C) is deemed hazardous. Exposure to temperatures below 50°F (10°C) leads to immediate severe cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

In Dauphin Island, the average length of the day in February is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In Dauphin Island, 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 radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during February translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during February are 63°F (17.2°C) and 51.1°F (10.6°C) respectively.

The average relative humidity in February is 77%.

In Dauphin Island, in February, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

February through December are months without snowfall.

In February, it doesn't snow. January is the latest month when it typically snows.

In Dauphin Island, in February, the average water temperature is 58.8°F (14.9°C). Swimming in 58.8°F (14.9°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

In Dauphin Island, the average day length in February is 11h and 8min.

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST.

February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

In Dauphin Island, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.5h.

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average low temperature
Average pressure
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Dauphin Island, AL

  • Average high temperature in February: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 51.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.3°F).

Average pressure in February
Dauphin Island, AL

  • Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Dauphin Island, AL

  • Average wind speed in February: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in February
Dauphin Island, AL

  • Average humidity in February: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in February
Dauphin Island, AL

  • Average rainfall in February: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

Average rainfall days in February
Dauphin Island, AL

  • Average rainfall days in February: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in February
Dauphin Island, AL

  • Average snowfall in February: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Dauphin Island, AL

  • Average snowfall days in February: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in February
Dauphin Island, AL

  • Average sea temperature in February: 58.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (58.7°F).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Dauphin Island, AL

  • Average daylight in February: 11h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Dauphin Island, AL

  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.9 days).

Average UV index in February
Dauphin Island, AL

  • Average UV index in February: 5

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

Average cloud cover in February
Dauphin Island, AL

  • Average cloud cover in February: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in February
Dauphin Island, AL

  • 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).