February is a very cold and extremely dry time for sunbathing in Georgian Bay, and not recommended. February is too cold for swimming in Georgian Bay for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Georgian Bay in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather.
Similar to January, February is also cold and snowy, with the beach often covered in snow and ice. While swimming and sunbathing are not recommended, visitors can still enjoy winter activities like ice fishing and snowshoeing. Also consider one of our other suggestions for February.
February is still a cold and snowy month in the Bruce Peninsula, and the beaches remain uncrowded. People continue to enjoy winter activities, and the Family Day holiday does not have a significant impact on beach crowds as it is not a popular time for beach visits.
The average maximum temperature in Georgian Bay in February is -3°. The average maximum temperature is -4° in the previous month and 0° in the next month.
The average temperature in Georgian Bay in February is -6°. The average temperature ranges is -7° in the previous month and -3° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Georgian Bay in February is -8°. The minimum temperature is -10° in the previous month and -6° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Georgian Bay in February are 10.4 and there are 3.6 hours of sunshine per day on average during February making it not a particularly sunny month.
The ultraviolet index in Georgian Bay in February is typically 2.2 during February. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Georgian Bay in February is 5.6° which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia.
The average total rainfall in Georgian Bay in February is 0.9cm 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 Georgian Bay in February is -6° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is -7° in the previous month and -4° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Georgian Bay in February is typically 87.3%. The maximum relative humidity is 86.9% in the previous month and 86.5% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Georgian Bay in February is typically 74.8%. The average relative humidity is 75.1% in the previous month and 72.1% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Georgian Bay in February is typically 37kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 37kmh in the previous month and 33kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Georgian Bay in February is typically 24kmh. The average wind speed is 25kmh in the previous month and 20kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Georgian Bay in February is from the North-Northwest.
