February weather forecast
Santa Monica, CA

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The neon-lit fun park in Santa Monica, California, with a view of the iconic Ferris wheel and pier
The neon-lit fun park in Santa Monica, California, with a view of the iconic Ferris wheel and pier

Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another refreshing month in Santa Monica, California, with temperature in the range of an average low of 50.5°F (10.3°C) and an average high of 64.6°F (18.1°C).

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Santa Monica's average high-temperature is noted with the start of February, touching a still enjoyable 64.6°F (18.1°C) from January's 65.5°F (18.6°C). An average low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C) is expected during February.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

In Santa Monica, during February, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. In Santa Monica, during the entire year, the rain falls for 48.8 days and collects up to 7.52" (191mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

The months with the coldest seawater are January through May and December, with an average ocean temperature of 59°F (15°C).
Note: Most people do not take pleasure in swimming in water at 59°F (15°C). The difficulty of managing breathing increases as the water temperature dips from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In Santa Monica, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:49 pm PST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Santa Monica.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during February leads to these advisories:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What are February temperatures in Santa Monica?

In Santa Monica, in February, the average high-temperature is 64.6°F (18.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Santa Monica?

In Santa Monica, the average relative humidity in February is 59%.

How many days does it rain in February in Santa Monica?

In Santa Monica, during February, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

What are the months with the coldest ocean in Santa Monica?

January through May and December, with an average ocean temperature of 59°F (15°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Santa Monica.

How cold is the water in February in Santa Monica?

In Santa Monica, in February, the average water temperature is 59°F (15°C). Swimming in 59°F (15°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the average length of the day in February in Santa Monica?

In Santa Monica, the average day length in February is 10h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Santa Monica?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:49 pm PST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Santa Monica?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Santa Monica have in February?

In Santa Monica, California, the average sunshine duration in February is 6.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Santa Monica?

The months with the lowest UV index in Santa Monica are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index reading in February in Santa Monica?

In Santa Monica, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Santa Monica, CA

Average temperature in February - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average high temperature in February: 64.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (63.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (50.5°F).

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Average pressure in February
Santa Monica, CA

Average pressure in February - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Santa Monica, CA

Average wind speed in February - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average wind speed in February: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in February
Santa Monica, CA

Average humidity in February - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average humidity in February: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (52%).

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Average rainfall in February
Santa Monica, CA

Average rainfall in February - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in February
Santa Monica, CA

Average rainfall days in February - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (6.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.8 days).

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Average sea temperature in February
Santa Monica, CA

Average sea temperature in February - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average sea temperature in February: 59°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August, September and October (66°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April, May and December (59°F).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Santa Monica, CA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Santa Monica, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Santa Monica, CA

Average sunshine days in February - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.8 days).

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Average UV index in February
Santa Monica, CA

Average UV index in February - Santa Monica, 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, November and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in February
Santa Monica, CA

Average cloud cover in February - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 22

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in February
Santa Monica, CA

Average visibility in February - Santa Monica, 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).

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