February is a very cold and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Italy, and not recommended. February is too cold for swimming in Italy for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Italy in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for February.
The average maximum temperature in Italy in February is 13°. The average maximum temperature is 13° in the previous month and 15° in the next month.
The average temperature in Italy in February is 9°. The average temperature ranges is 10° in the previous month and 11° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Italy in February is 6°. The minimum temperature is 7° in the previous month and 8° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Italy in February are 10.7 and there are 5.4 hours of sunshine per day on average during February making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in Italy in February is typically 2.9 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 Italy in February is 14.2° 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 Italy in February is 2.4cm and on average there are 11.6 rainy days in February making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Italy in February is 7° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 8° in the previous month and 9° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Italy in February is typically 86.7%. The maximum relative humidity is 88.3% in the previous month and 87.7% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Italy in February is typically 72.4%. The average relative humidity is 75.7% in the previous month and 72.6% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Italy in February is typically 26kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 25kmh in the previous month and 27kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Italy in February is typically 14kmh. The average wind speed is 14kmh in the previous month and 15kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Italy in February is from the West-Southwest.
