February weather forecast
Liepāja, Latvia

February continues the trend of ice-cold temperatures that the preceding month set in motion. Winters grip remains strong, the frost painting a picturesque winter wonderland in Liepāja. Though slightly rising, temperatures remain in the sub-zero domain compelling residents to stay layered in thermal wear. A romance with the coldness persists, making outdoor activities such as snowball fights and joyful sleigh rides a common sight. However, the average temperature in February reveals a subtle sign of gradual warming with the high reaching -0.4°C (31.3°F) and the low extending to -5.8°C (21.6°F).

Temperature

Liepāja's average high-temperature in February is a still freezing cold -0.4°C (31.3°F), indicating a subtle variation from January. In February, the temperature in Liepāja drops to an average of -5.8°C (21.6°F) at night.

Humidity

In Liepāja, the average relative humidity in February is 85.8%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 15.1 days. Throughout February, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is accumulated. In Liepāja, Latvia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.4 days and collects up to 669mm (26.34") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

February and March, with an average sea temperature of 3°C (37.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Liepāja.
Note: In water-based activities like swimming, this poses significant life risks. The cold water results in agonizing discomfort and quick hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is crucial to reduce the potential thermal damage.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 08:33 and sunset at 17:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 18:07 EET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 2.3h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during February leads to these instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.