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Fortaleza in February: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Fortaleza in February and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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February

Weather in Fortaleza in February 2025

OK Weather
Warm
☁️
Cloudy
If you plan to visit Fortaleza in February, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +84°F during the day and approximately 2 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 12 rainy days in the month and around 126 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+84°F
Avg. max. temperature
+73°F
Min.
+90°F
Max.
126 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
14 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Fortaleza has OK weather in February.

Average temperature in Fortaleza in February

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Fortaleza for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in February is +84°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +88°F during the day and a minimum of +73°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +86°F to +86°F.

Is Fortaleza warm or cold in February?

Fortaleza is typically warm in February.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +84°F to +84°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +79°F to +77°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

February is one of the coolest months in Fortaleza, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Fortaleza in February

Fortaleza weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Avg. temperature
+84°F+84°F+82°F
Min. temperature
+72°F+73°F+70°F
Max. temperature
+90°F+90°F+91°F
Rainfall
77 mm126 mm176 mm
Wind
3 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
76%78%81%
Air pressure
1010 HPa1010 HPa1010 HPa
Sunny days
221
Cloudy days
211412
Rainy days
81218
Snowy days
000

February weather is still as ok as in January. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +84°F for average maximum temperature during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 77 mm to 126 mm. Humidity rises from 76% to 78%. Winds are calmer in comparison to January, going down from 3 m/s to 2 m/s on average. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 2 sunny days during the month.

March brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Fortaleza in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Fortaleza is gradually decreasing during February, going from 5 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Fortaleza based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in February stands at 61%, leading to total precipitation of around 43 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 14 mm, which is considered light rain. February is a pretty wet month with over 17 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
February is one of the rainiest months in Fortaleza, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Fortaleza wettest month is April, where a typical day has a 60% chance of precipitation and 196 mm of rainfall per day. September, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last February in Fortaleza?

This is the weather in Fortaleza in February 2023:
1 February
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+86°F
2 February
☁️
+83°F
3 February
🌧️
+85°F
4 February
🌧️
+84°F
5 February
🌧️
+84°F
6 February
☁️
+86°F
7 February
☁️
+85°F
8 February
☁️
+86°F
9 February
☁️
+84°F
10 February
☁️
+85°F
11 February
☁️
+85°F
12 February
☁️
+83°F
13 February
☀️
+83°F
14 February
☁️
+86°F
15 February
☁️
+84°F
16 February
☁️
+86°F
17 February
☀️
+85°F
18 February
☀️
+85°F
19 February
🌧️
+84°F
20 February
🌧️
+84°F
21 February
☀️
+86°F
22 February
☁️
+85°F
23 February
☀️
+85°F
24 February
☁️
+86°F
25 February
☁️
+88°F
26 February
☁️
+86°F
27 February
☁️
+86°F
28 February
☀️
+86°F
In February 2023 Fortaleza had 7 sunny days, 16 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +84°F, with an absolute maximum of +88°F and a minimum of +82°F. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 55%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Fortaleza climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Fortaleza in February has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+85°F) and the highest in 1998 (+91°F). The driest year was 1997 with only 21 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1980 with 390 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Fortaleza in February:

Is February a good time to visit Fortaleza?

It’s always a good time to visit Fortaleza, but the weather is changeable in February, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Fortaleza in February?

February is warm in Fortaleza. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Fortaleza rainy in February?

Fortaleza is often rainy in February. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Fortaleza in February?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Fortaleza in February, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Fortaleza

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Fortaleza, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.