February weather forecast
Galveston, TX

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the colorful red night sky in the seaside city of Galveston in Texas
the colorful red night sky in the seaside city of Galveston in Texas

Weather in February

As winter nears its end, February in Galveston offers a glimpse of warmth. The sea temperature clocks in at 57.4°F (14.1°C) offering a slightly warmer condition for aquatic enthusiasts compared to January. Days become slightly longer, virtually opening doors for longer periods of outdoor activities. Nevertheless, citizens remain wary of irregular instances of rainfall, accompanied by small increases in wind speed. The disappearance of snow completely marks an official end to the freezing conditions of winter.

Temperature

The weather during February records an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 62.2°F (16.8°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. Nights in February cool down, indicating a minor disparity from daytime highs with an average low-temperature of 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

February and March are months with the least rain in Galveston when the rain falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January and February. February is the last month it regularly snows. Throughout February, there are 0.1 snowfall days. In Galveston, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.4 days.

Ocean temperature

In February, the average ocean temperature is 57.4°F (14.1°C).
Note: Caution: 57.4°F (14.1°C) temperatures below 50°F (10°C) during swimming can result in intense cold shock and quickened breathing.

Daylight

In Galveston, Texas, the average length of the day in February is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 6h.

UV index

In Galveston, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in February?

In Galveston, 62.2°F (16.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 54.9°F (12.7°C) is the average low-temperature during February.

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in February?

In Galveston, Texas, the average relative humidity in February is 81%.

What is the driest month in Galveston?

The months with the least rainfall are February and March Rain falls for 10.8 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Galveston, in February, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

February is the last month it regularly snows. Throughout February, there are 0.1 snowfall days.

What is the water temperature in February in Galveston?

In Galveston, Texas, the average seawater temperature in February is 57.4°F (14.1°C). Swimming in 57.4°F (14.1°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Galveston have in February?

The average day length in February is 11h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Galveston have in February?

In Galveston, the average sunshine duration in February is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in February?

In Galveston, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Galveston, TX

Average temperature in February - Galveston, TX
  • Average high temperature in February: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 54.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (81.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (51.6°F).

Average pressure in February
Galveston, TX

Average pressure in February - Galveston, TX
  • Average pressure in February: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Galveston, TX

Average wind speed in February - Galveston, TX
  • Average wind speed in February: 12.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4mph).

Average humidity in February
Galveston, TX

Average humidity in February - Galveston, TX
  • Average humidity in February: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in February
Galveston, TX

Average rainfall in February - Galveston, TX
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (0.75").

Average rainfall days in February
Galveston, TX

Average rainfall days in February - Galveston, TX
  • Average rainfall days in February: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.1 days).

Average snowfall days in February
Galveston, TX

Average snowfall days in February - Galveston, TX
  • Average snowfall days in February: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in February
Galveston, TX

Average sea temperature in February - Galveston, TX
  • Average sea temperature in February: 57.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (87.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (56.5°F).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Galveston, TX

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Galveston, TX
  • Average daylight in February: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in February
Galveston, TX

Average sunshine days in February - Galveston, TX
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Galveston, TX

Average UV index in February - Galveston, TX
  • Average UV index in February: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in February
Galveston, TX

Average cloud cover in February - Galveston, TX
  • Average cloud cover in February: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and October (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in February
Galveston, TX

Average visibility in February - Galveston, TX
  • 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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