In February, the weather remains mostly sunny and dry, with a gentle breeze. This is an ideal time for beach activities such as sunbathing, swimming, and snorkeling. The steady trade winds continue to provide excellent conditions for windsurfing and kitesurfing. Also consider one of our other suggestions for February.
February is also part of the high tourist season in Barbados, so Bottom Bay may see a slight increase in visitors compared to January. Valentine's Day may bring some couples to the beach for a romantic getaway, but overall, the beach is not extremely crowded during this month.
The average maximum temperature in Bottom Bay in February is 29°. The average maximum temperature is 29° in the previous month and 29° in the next month.
The average temperature in Bottom Bay in February is 27°. The average temperature ranges is 27° in the previous month and 27° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Bottom Bay in February is 24°. The minimum temperature is 24° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Bottom Bay in February are 11.7 and there are 4.8 hours of sunshine per day on average during February making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in Bottom Bay in February is typically 11.9 during February. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Bottom Bay in February is 27° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average total rainfall in Bottom Bay in February is 2.9cm and on average there are 17.5 rainy days in February making it a wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Bottom Bay in February is 23° which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan. The dew point is 23° in the previous month and 23° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Bottom Bay in February is typically 88.5%. The maximum relative humidity is 89.6% in the previous month and 87.4% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Bottom Bay in February is typically 75.6%. The average relative humidity is 76.8% in the previous month and 75.4% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Bottom Bay in February is typically 37kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 36kmh in the previous month and 35kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Bottom Bay in February is typically 26kmh. The average wind speed is 25kmh in the previous month and 25kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Bottom Bay in February is from the East.