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

Weather in February

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

Temperature

Santa Monica ushers in February with an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 64.6°F (18.1°C), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. During February, Santa Monica witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 59%.

Rainfall

In Santa Monica, in February, during 5.5 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 48.8 rainfall days, and 7.52" (191mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

January through May and December, with an average ocean temperature of 59°F (15°C), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: In 59°F (15°C), swimming is not an enjoyable activity for most. The challenge of managing one's breathing increases as the temperature goes under 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

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.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during February leads to these advisories:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Santa Monica in February?

During February, Santa Monica experiences an average high-temperature of 64.6°F (18.1°C) and a low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

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

How many days does it rain in February?

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

What months are the ocean coldest?

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

What is the ocean temperature in February?

In Santa Monica, the average seawater temperature in February is 59°F (15°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 59°F (15°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, 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 is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in February?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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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).

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).

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).

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%).

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").

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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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