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

February's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C), hardly different from the previous month. Throughout the month of February, Gulf Shores witnesses an average 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. Throughout the year, there are 137.7 rainfall days, and 15.75" (400mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through November are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

The month with the coldest seawater is February, with an average ocean temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C).
Note: For the majority, swimming in water with a temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C) is not enjoyable. The difficulty in managing breathing rises as the temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day 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 February, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in February interprets into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Jun 3, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What is the average February temperature?

In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 62.2°F (16.8°C) and 52.9°F (11.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February?

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

How much does it rain in February?

In Gulf Shores, in February, during 9.6 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Gulf Shores?

February through November are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in February?

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

What is the month with the coldest ocean?

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 February, the average ocean temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°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).

What is the average length of the day in February?

The average day length in February is 11h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, 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 Gulf Shores, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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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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