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Swanage Weather in February

With daytime temperatures of 10°C (50°F) and nighttime lows of 5°C (41°F), February in Swanage brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 74 mm (2.9 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Swanage in February

Typically around 13 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 74 mm (2.9 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Swanage in February

Swanage in February gets highs of 10°C (50°F) during the day and drops to 5°C (41°F) at night. February marks the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights drop to 5°C (41°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet. February often features the most temperate temperatures compared to other months.

Sunshine in Swanage in February

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 83 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Swanage. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Swanage Temperature in February

Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Chance of Rain
45%
Precipitation
74 mm (2.9 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
87% *
Sunshine
83 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
26% *
* Data from: Southampton, the United Kingdom (51 KM, 31 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Swanage in February

Cold weather calls for smart layering in February. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Swanage in February

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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