February weather forecastSanta Barbara, CA
February
Weather in February
The weather in February continues along a similar trajectory as January, although with a slight downturn in temperature, dropping to an average high of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and low of 47.7°F (8.7°C). Relative humidity generally increases to around 62%, while rainfall measures close to 1.38" (35mm). Sunshine is ample in February, with up to 6.6 hours logged per day. However, as the city approaches March, residents can anticipate a minor upswing in temperature and increased rainfall days.Temperature
The transition into February in Santa Barbara notes an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C), revealing a mild distinction from the 62.2°F (16.8°C) in January. Throughout February, Santa Barbara witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 47.7°F (8.7°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in February is 62%.Rainfall
In Santa Barbara, California, in February, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Santa Barbara, there are 43.7 rainfall days, and 7.68" (195mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Santa Barbara, the average seawater temperature in February is 56.8°F (13.8°C).Note: Beware of 56.8°F (13.8°C) waters at 55.4°F (13°C), they're uninviting, and a dip below 50°F (10°C) has risks of breath loss and cold shock, contingent on health.
Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 10h and 58min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:54 pm PST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in February translates into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Santa Barbara, CA
- Average high temperature in February: 61.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (60.6°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 47.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (47.7°F).
Average pressure in February
Santa Barbara, CA
- Average pressure in February: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Santa Barbara, CA
- Average wind speed in February: 7.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.6mph).
Average humidity in February
Santa Barbara, CA
- Average humidity in February: 62%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (64%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September, October and November (56%).
Average rainfall in February
Santa Barbara, CA
- Average rainfall in February: 1.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.08").
Average rainfall days in February
Santa Barbara, CA
- Average rainfall days in February: 5.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.2 days).
Average sea temperature in February
Santa Barbara, CA
- Average sea temperature in February: 56.9°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (55.7°F).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Santa Barbara, CA
- Average daylight in February: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in February: 6h and 36min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in February
Santa Barbara, CA
- Average sunshine days in February: 21.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (28 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.6 days).
Average UV index in February
Santa Barbara, CA
- Average UV index in February: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in February
Santa Barbara, CA
- Average cloud cover in February: 22
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in February
Santa Barbara, CA
- 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).
