February weather forecast
Gulf Shores, AL

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The road to Gulf Shores Beach in Alabama, besides the calm turquoise blue waters
The road to Gulf Shores Beach in Alabama, besides the calm turquoise blue waters

Weather in February

In February, Gulfs Shore, Alabama, begins to flirt faintly with warmer temperatures. The month carries a milder chill than January, exhibiting a slow yet undeniable shift towards spring. The slightest hint of spring can be noticed in the slightly warmer sea, noticeable in the beach area. Humidity starts to rise, gearing up for the wet season ahead. February features slightly lesser hours of sunshine compared to previous month, yet long enough days do not hinder from soaking up some early sun rays.

Temperature

Gulf Shores starts February with an average high-temperature of an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C), hinting at a minimal fluctuation from January. Gulf Shores, in the month of February, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Gulf Shores, in February, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gulf Shores, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.7 days and collects up to 15.75" (400mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Gulf Shores, snow does not fall in February through November.

Ocean temperature

With an average ocean temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C), February is the month with the coldest seawater.
Note: Swimming in 60.4°F (15.8°C) is not a pleasurable activity for the majority of people. Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as water temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

In Gulf Shores, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Gulf Shores, records 62.2°F (16.8°C), while the low-temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In Gulf Shores, Alabama, the average relative humidity in February is 78%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In February, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout February, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Gulf Shores, snow does not fall in February through November.

Does it snow in February?

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

What month is the ocean coldest?

February is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

What is the ocean temperature in February?

In Gulf Shores, in February, the average water temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C). For most, swimming in 60.4°F (15.8°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

How many hours of daylight does Gulf Shores have in February?

In February, the average day length in Gulf Shores is 11h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in February
Gulf Shores, AL

Average temperature in February - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average high temperature in February: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 52.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (80.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (49.5°F).

Average pressure in February
Gulf Shores, AL

Average pressure in February - Gulf Shores, 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, August and September (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Gulf Shores, AL

Average wind speed in February - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in February
Gulf Shores, AL

Average humidity in February - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average humidity in February: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in February
Gulf Shores, AL

Average rainfall in February - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.67").

Average rainfall days in February
Gulf Shores, AL

Average rainfall days in February - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall days in February
Gulf Shores, AL

Average snowfall days in February - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in February
Gulf Shores, AL

Average sea temperature in February - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average sea temperature in February: 60.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (60.4°F).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Gulf Shores, AL

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average daylight in February: 11h and 1min

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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February
Gulf Shores, AL

Average sunshine days in February - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8 days).

Average UV index in February
Gulf Shores, AL

Average UV index in February - Gulf Shores, 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
Gulf Shores, AL

Average cloud cover in February - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average cloud cover in February: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in February
Gulf Shores, AL

Average visibility in February - Gulf Shores, 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).

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