Your February weather guide

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Weather in Kololi in February

Yes - February is a good choice for Kololi if you want hot, dry weather rather than gentle spring warmth. Daytime highs average 29°C, nights settle around 21°C, and the sea averages 22°C. The main catch is that swimming may feel fresh rather than bath-warm, while midday heat can make shade appealing. It suits travellers happy to spend the warmer part of the day taking things slowly, with little need to plan around rain.

Long-term climate averages for Serekunda (Kololi), not a forecast · 1991-2020

Kololi, month by month

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At a glance

The useful details for Serekunda (Kololi).

Average daytime high
29.4°C
9 in 10 days stay below 33°C
Average night-time low
20.5°C
coldest 10% of nights: 19°C or lower
Compared with London
+21.5°C
London averages 7.9°C in February
Sea temperature
22.0°C
year to year: 21°C to 23°C
Sunshine per day (est.)
7.3h
63% of 11.6 h of daylight
Rainy days (1 mm+)
0
1 mm over the month
Humidity
50%
Days over 25°C
94%
43% over 30°C
Record high 1991-2020
39.2°C
2020-02-26
Record low 1991-2020
16.6°C
2009-02-03
Flight from London
≈ 6 h 18 min
4448 km, mid-haul (estimate for a direct flight)

Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.

How February compares

February is the 4th warmest month of the year in Kololi and ranks 13th of 134 destinations we compare for February - see where else is hot in February. Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Kololi is 21.5°C warmer by day and 18.5°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in February

The typical February day in Kololi peaks at 29.4°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 32.9°C or more. About 94% of days top 25°C and 1 in 2 pass 30°C. Nights average 20.5°C; one night in ten drops to 18.7°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day here reached 39.2°C (2020-02-26) and the coldest night 16.6°C (2009-02-03).

Rain in February

Dry (3 rainy days or fewer): about 0 days with 1 mm or more, 1 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 1992 with 24 mm, the driest 1991 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 50%.

Sea temperature in February

The sea averages 22.0°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 20.9°C to 23.2°C. For the warmest sea here, come in October (29.3°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 7.3 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.6 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:30 and sets about 19:12 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 37%.

Is February a good time to visit Kololi?

Yes - it is one of the better months: hot days, little rain and long sunny days. The best months for Kololi on our scoring are April, March, May; months averaging 25°C or more: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Expect proper heat, with more comfortable evenings

Pack for summer, not for a slightly warmer version of a UK February. Days reach 25°C on 94% of occasions, and 30°C on 43%, so lightweight clothing is the sensible default. The hotter days can reach 33°C or more; keep anything energetic for the morning or later afternoon rather than pushing through midday. Humidity averages 50%, but that does not remove the need for shade, sun protection and water. Evenings are generally warm enough for light clothing, though the cooler nights can fall to around 19°C or below. A light extra layer gives you flexibility without making heavy clothes a priority.

Dry days, useful sunshine and a slightly fresh sea

Rain is unlikely to disrupt your plans: February averages about 0 rainy days, so there is little reason to organise your holiday around wet-weather alternatives. That is not a promise of uninterrupted blue skies, though. Around 7.3 hours of sunshine within 11.6 hours of daylight leaves room for spells without direct sun. The sea is suitable for swimming at an average of 22°C, but it may feel cool as you first get in, especially if you prefer very warm water. Its year-to-year range of 21°C to 23°C makes that a genuine consideration. Choose February for dry outdoor days and manageable swimming conditions, rather than expecting tropical-feeling water.

A little perspective

Kololi through the year

February is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.

Monthly climate averages

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Kololi monthly climate averages, 1991-2020; February is the selected month.
MonthDayNightSeaSun/dayRain mmRainy daysDays 25°C+
January28.7°C20.2°C21.8°C6.52095%
FebruarySelected29.4°C20.5°C22.0°C7.31094%
Marchbest29.4°C20.7°C22.6°C8.70096%
Aprilbest28.3°C20.9°C23.4°C8.70095%
Maybest28.2°C22.2°C24.6°C8.41099%
June29.1°C24.6°C26.8°C6.2142100%
July28.9°C25.4°C28.0°C3.513015100%
August28.4°C25.3°C28.4°C2.426324100%
September28.9°C25.4°C28.7°C3.119220100%
October29.9°C26.1°C29.3°C6.0588100%
November30.7°C24.6°C27.7°C5.921100%
December29.7°C21.9°C24.1°C5.710100%

Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.

Day, night and sea

Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020

  • Day
  • Night
  • Sea
Bars show average daytime highs and night-time lows; circles mark the average sea temperature. Same scale for every month. Exact values are in the table.

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A little more detail

Kololi in February FAQs

Plain answers, grounded in the averages.

Is Kololi hot in February?

Kololi is hot in February: the average daytime high is 29.4°C and nights average 20.5°C. About 94% of February days reach 25°C or more.

Can you swim in the sea in Kololi in February?

The sea around Kololi averages 22.0°C in February, which is warm enough for most people to swim comfortably. Between 1991 and 2020 it ranged from 21°C to 23°C depending on the year.

How much does it rain in Kololi in February?

Kololi sees about 0 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 1 mm of rain in a typical February. The wettest February between 1991 and 2020 was 1992 (24 mm) and the driest was 1991 (0 mm).

How sunny is Kololi in February?

Kololi gets around 7.3 hours of sunshine a day in February out of 11.6 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).

How does Kololi compare with the UK in February?

Kololi is on average 21.5°C warmer than London by day in February (29.4°C against 7.9°C).

What is the hottest February on record in Kololi?

Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day in Kololi reached 39.2°C on 2020-02-26, and the coldest night dropped to 16.6°C on 2009-02-03.

How much warmer is Kololi than London in February?

Kololi's average daytime high is 29.4°C, compared with London's 7.9°C - a difference of 21.5°C. That is a substantial change, so plan for hot-weather clothing and give yourself room to take things gently when you arrive.

How long is the flight from London?

The flight from London is about 6 hours 18 minutes, putting Kololi in mid-haul territory. For a February trip, that journey brings a clear change to hot, mostly dry conditions, rather than just a modest lift in temperature.

About these averages

ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid) and NOAA Coral Reef Watch 5 km sea temperatures, 1991-2020

Averages computed from daily values at Serekunda (Serekunda (Kololi)). Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 4.1 km from that point. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather