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Dorset weather in February

Are you planning a trip to Dorset in February and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What is the weather like in Dorset in February?

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

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 10°C and nighttime temperatures around 5°C 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.

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Wootton Fitzpaine with an average of 63 mm to moderate rainfall in Christchurch with 80 mm. Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 83 hours of sunlight in Bournemouth. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.

For a closer look at February's conditions in Dorset, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Dorset's yearly weather, check out our Dorset climate page.

Where to go in Dorset in February

Find the average weather conditions in February for the most popular destinations in Dorset on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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

Popular destinations in Dorset

What is the weather like in February for the 5 most popular destinations in Dorset?

Average weather in Bournemouth

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

Bournemouth
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   January January
<<  
10°C 
5°C 
63 hours 
90 mm 
17 days 
poor 
February February
10°C 
5°C 
83 hours 
74 mm 
13 days 
poor 
March   >> March
>>  
11°C 
6°C 
119 hours 
60 mm 
15 days 
unpleasant 
Climate in Bournemouth

Average weather in Weymouth

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

Weymouth
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   January January
<<  
10°C 
5°C 
59 hours 
91 mm 
18 days 
poor 
February February
10°C 
5°C 
76 hours 
75 mm 
14 days 
poor 
March   >> March
>>  
11°C 
6°C 
115 hours 
61 mm 
16 days 
unpleasant 
Climate in Weymouth

Average weather in Poole

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

Poole
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   January January
<<  
10°C 
5°C 
59 hours 
81 mm 
18 days 
poor 
February February
10°C 
4°C 
76 hours 
67 mm 
13 days 
poor 
March   >> March
>>  
11°C 
5°C 
115 hours 
55 mm 
15 days 
unpleasant 
Climate in Poole

Average weather in Lyme Regis

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

Lyme Regis
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   January January
<<  
10°C 
4°C 
59 hours 
71 mm 
19 days 
poor 
February February
10°C 
4°C 
81 hours 
64 mm 
14 days 
poor 
March   >> March
>>  
12°C 
5°C 
115 hours 
56 mm 
16 days 
unpleasant 
Climate in Lyme Regis

Average weather in Swanage

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

Swanage
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   January January
<<  
10°C 
6°C 
63 hours 
92 mm 
18 days 
poor 
February February
10°C 
5°C 
83 hours 
74 mm 
13 days 
poor 
March   >> March
>>  
11°C 
6°C 
119 hours 
59 mm 
15 days 
unpleasant 
Climate in Swanage

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Dorset, in the United Kingdom.

Is February the best time to visit Dorset?

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

On average, the best time to visit Dorset 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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