February is the coldest month of the year in Wake Island, with the average temperatures in a steady 72°F (22.2°C) to 82°F (27.8°C) range. The conditions are pleasant, even though the sunshine is bright and lasts for at least 8 hours a day. The afternoons are usually the time when the waves remain at the farthest distance from the sandy shores. The low tide exposes huge coral rocks that submerge during the period of high tide. The lagoon waters are serene and enhance the tropical beauty of the islands. Small boats and kayaks can easily float through the calm waters that surround the islands. Many types of birds and animals roam freely on the islands as they have little to fear due to the restrictions imposed on non-military persons to visit the island. February is an excellent time to bathe in the warm rays of the tropical sun on Wake Island.