February is still a cold and windy month in Balos Lagoon, with occasional rain showers, making it not the best time for a beach holiday. The sea remains chilly, and the skies are often cloudy, limiting sunbathing opportunities. Swimming and beach activities like snorkeling, diving, surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing are not recommended during this month due to the unfavorable weather conditions. Also consider one of our other suggestions for February.
February is also an off-season month in Crete, with cold weather and fewer tourists visiting the island. Balos Lagoon remains uncrowded during this time, and there are no significant public holidays or events that would attract more visitors.
The average maximum temperature in Balos Lagoon in February is 15°. The average maximum temperature is 14° in the previous month and 17° in the next month.
The average temperature in Balos Lagoon in February is 11°. The average temperature ranges is 11° in the previous month and 13° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Balos Lagoon in February is 8°. The minimum temperature is 9° in the previous month and 10° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Balos Lagoon in February are 10.9 and there are 5.2 hours of sunshine per day on average during February making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in Balos Lagoon in February is typically 3.8 during February. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive 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, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Balos Lagoon in February is 15.8° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.
The average total rainfall in Balos Lagoon in February is 7.9cm and on average there are 15.5 rainy days in February making it a wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Balos Lagoon in February is 9° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 9° in the previous month and 10° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Balos Lagoon in February is typically 90.6%. The maximum relative humidity is 91% in the previous month and 89% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Balos Lagoon in February is typically 73.5%. The average relative humidity is 75.5% in the previous month and 69.3% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Balos Lagoon in February is typically 31kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 28kmh in the previous month and 31kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Balos Lagoon in February is typically 14kmh. The average wind speed is 12kmh in the previous month and 13kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Balos Lagoon in February is from the North West.
