February continues the dry season at Playa Virador, with plenty of sunshine and minimal rainfall. This is an excellent time for swimming, sunbathing, and snorkeling, as the water is calm and clear. Surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing can also be enjoyed during this month, as the winds are usually consistent. Also consider one of our other suggestions for February.
February is still part of the high season in Costa Rica, and Playa Virador continues to be quite busy. The weather remains sunny and dry, making it a popular destination for tourists escaping the cold in other parts of the world. There are no major public holidays or events during this month, but the beach can still be crowded on weekends.
The average maximum temperature in Playa Virador in February is 34°. The average maximum temperature is 33° in the previous month and 34° in the next month.
The average temperature in Playa Virador in February is 28°. The average temperature ranges is 28° in the previous month and 29° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Playa Virador in February is 23°. The minimum temperature is 23° in the previous month and 23° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Playa Virador in February are 11.8 and there are 9.6 hours of sunshine per day on average during February making it a sunny month with few clouds.
The ultraviolet index in Playa Virador in February is typically 13.1 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 Playa Virador in February is 28.4° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average total rainfall in Playa Virador in February is 0.3cm and on average there are 0.3 rainy days in February making it an extremely dry time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Playa Virador in February is 19° which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach. The dew point is 19° in the previous month and 19° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Playa Virador in February is typically 74.7%. The maximum relative humidity is 77.3% in the previous month and 73.2% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Playa Virador in February is typically 48.9%. The average relative humidity is 52.7% in the previous month and 46.7% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Playa Virador in February is typically 35kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 33kmh in the previous month and 34kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Playa Virador in February is typically 20kmh. The average wind speed is 19kmh in the previous month and 19kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Playa Virador in February is from the East-Northeast.
