February is a very cold and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Ocean County, and not recommended. February is too cold for swimming in Ocean County for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Ocean County 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 Ocean County in February is 7°. The average maximum temperature is 5° in the previous month and 11° in the next month.
The average temperature in Ocean County in February is 1°. The average temperature ranges is -1° in the previous month and 5° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Ocean County in February is -5°. The minimum temperature is -6° in the previous month and -0° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Ocean County in February are 10.7 and there are 8.3 hours of sunshine per day on average during February making it a sunny month with few clouds.
The ultraviolet index in Ocean County in February is typically 3.1 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 Ocean County in February is 2.2° which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia.
The average total rainfall in Ocean County in February is 53.5cm and on average there are 8.3 rainy days in February making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Ocean County in February is -1° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is -2° in the previous month and 3° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Ocean County in February is typically 86.8%. The maximum relative humidity is 85.3% in the previous month and 86% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Ocean County in February is typically 65.5%. The average relative humidity is 66% in the previous month and 64.3% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Ocean County in February is typically 27kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 25kmh in the previous month and 26kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Ocean County in February is typically 11kmh. The average wind speed is 11kmh in the previous month and 11kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Ocean County in February is from the West-Northwest.
