South AfricaAverage weather for Richards Bay in February
It's hot in February in Richards Bay with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 20°C and 23°C.
Start of February
The month of February starts in Richards Bay with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 22°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid February
By mid-February, daytime temps rise to around 31°C, with nights around 22°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of February
By the end of February, the average daytime temperature in Richards Bay is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 22°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Richards Bay is 28°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
In February, there is an average of 179 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Richards Bay in February |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
30°C | 6°C | |
 Max. temperature |
32°C | 10°C | |
| Min. temperature |
27°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
179 mm | 82 mm | |
| Rainy days |
12 days | 11 days | |
January
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is February a good time to visit Richards Bay?
Looking for sun? February isn’t a good month to be in Richards Bay. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 42°C in 2017, Richards Bay reached the highest temperature in February over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 21°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 7°C to a highest value of 26°C.
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Daily Temperature in February in Richards Bay
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in February for Richards Bay, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in February in Richards Bay
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in February for Richards Bay, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for February, you can expect about 12 days of precipitation in Richards Bay.
Daily UV index in February in Richards Bay
This chart shows the average daily UV index in February in Richards Bay, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in February in Richards Bay over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in February in Richards Bay, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in February in Richards Bay over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in February in Richards Bay, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in February for Richards Bay
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Average weather in Richards Bay by month
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