Dorset Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Dorset, the United Kingdom in February.

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Bournemouth Weymouth Poole Lyme Regis

Planning a trip to Dorset, the United Kingdom this February? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Dorset in February

Dorset, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. February in Dorset generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During February, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 10°C (50°F) and nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Bournemouth. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

For specific regional insights in Dorset, the United Kingdom, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Wootton Fitzpaine with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Christchurch with 80 mm (3.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during February. Bournemouth receives roughly 83 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore Dorset by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Dorset — and find the best time to visit. (based on Bournemouth)

January10°C (50°F) February10°C (50°F) March11°C (52°F) April13°C (55°F) May16°C (61°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly21°C (70°F) August21°C (70°F) September19°C (66°F) October16°C (61°F) November13°C (55°F) December10°C (50°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Dorset in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Dorset.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Dorset

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Dorset, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Dorset (February)

Precipitation variation in Dorset (February)

Bournemouth

In February Bournemouth generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
83 hours
119 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Bournemouth →

Weymouth

In February Weymouth generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
59 hours
76 hours
115 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
75 mm (3 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Weymouth →

Poole

In February Poole generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
59 hours
76 hours
115 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Poole →

Lyme Regis

In February Lyme Regis generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
59 hours
81 hours
115 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Lyme Regis →

Swanage

In February Swanage generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
83 hours
119 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Dorset in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bournemouth 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Weymouth 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Poole 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Lyme Regis 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Swanage 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Bridport 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)

Dorset weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Dorset, the United Kingdom in February?

Expect poor weather across Dorset, the United Kingdom in February. The popular destination of Bournemouth averages 10°C (50°F) by day and 5°C (41°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Dorset, the United Kingdom in February?

In Bournemouth, the average daytime high in February is 10°C (50°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 5°C (41°F).

Does Dorset, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in February?

Not particularly. Bournemouth averages just 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain in February, making it a mostly dry month for Dorset, the United Kingdom.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Dorset, the United Kingdom?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Bournemouth, February may not be the ideal time to visit Dorset, the United Kingdom.

On average, the best time to visit Dorset, the United Kingdom is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Bournemouth. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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