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Gibraltar in February: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Gibraltar in February will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Gibraltar, based on historical data.
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February

Weather in Gibraltar in February 2025

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
If you plan to visit Gibraltar in February, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +61°F during the day and approximately 7 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 11 rainy days in the month and around 73 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

☀️
+61°F
Avg. max. temperature
+41°F
Min.
+72°F
Max.
73 mm
Total precipitation
74%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Gibraltar has OK weather in February.

Average temperature in Gibraltar in February

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

Going from a maximum of +64°F during the day to a minimum of +45°F during the night, the temperature in February averages around +59°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +59°F to +59°F.

Is Gibraltar warm or cold in February?

Gibraltar is typically mild in February.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +59°F to +61°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +54°F to +54°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

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

Water temperature in Gibraltar in February

Water in Gibraltar in February is Cold. It varies from +58°F to +63°F, with an average of +60°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +61°F.

The water temperature in February is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Gibraltar are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +74°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +60°F.

Can you swim in Gibraltar in February?

We would not recommend swimming in Gibraltar in February, the water is very cold (+60°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Gibraltar in February

Gibraltar weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Avg. temperature
+59°F+61°F+63°F
Min. temperature
+37°F+41°F+39°F
Max. temperature
+72°F+72°F+79°F
Rainfall
87 mm73 mm63 mm
Wind
5 m/s5 m/s5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+62°F+60°F+60°F
Humidity
74%74%73%
Air pressure
1021 HPa1020 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
879
Cloudy days
101011
Rainy days
121111
Snowy days
000

February typically has worse weather conditions compared to January. It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +59°F to +61°F during the day. As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 87 mm to 73 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 74%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 5 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 8 sunny days in January to 7 in February.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in March as the weather gets better.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 9 m/s getting up to 21 m/s which is quite strong. The wind will cause branches to move and ground debris to fly around.

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

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Gibraltar based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 18% chance of rain on an average day in February, with total rainfall of approximately 55 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 38 mm, which is moderate rain. On average, there are about 5 rainy days during February, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Gibraltar wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 42% chance of precipitation and 98 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last February in Gibraltar?

This is the weather in Gibraltar in February 2023:
1 February
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+59°F
2 February
☀️
+59°F
3 February
☀️
+60°F
4 February
☀️
+60°F
5 February
☀️
+59°F
6 February
☁️
+59°F
7 February
🌧️
+59°F
8 February
🌧️
+58°F
9 February
🌧️
+59°F
10 February
🌫️
+57°F
11 February
☁️
+59°F
12 February
🌫️
+60°F
13 February
☁️
+59°F
14 February
☁️
+59°F
15 February
🌧️
+61°F
16 February
☁️
+61°F
17 February
🌫️
+59°F
18 February
🌫️
+61°F
19 February
🌫️
+62°F
20 February
☁️
+61°F
21 February
☀️
+63°F
22 February
☀️
+64°F
23 February
☀️
+59°F
24 February
☀️
+57°F
25 February
🌧️
+55°F
26 February
🌧️
+60°F
27 February
🌧️
+58°F
28 February
🌧️
+58°F
In February 2023 Gibraltar had 9 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +59°F, with an absolute maximum of +64°F and a minimum of +55°F. The average humidity was 72%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 31%. The average wind speed was 9 m/s, with a maximum of 23 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 2005 (+67°F) and the highest in 2020 (+71°F). The driest year was 2019 with only 310 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2010 with 1338 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Gibraltar in February:

Is February a good time to visit Gibraltar?

It’s always a good time to visit Gibraltar, 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 Gibraltar in February?

February has mild temperatures in Gibraltar. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Gibraltar in February?

Swimming in Gibraltar in February is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Gibraltar rainy in February?

Gibraltar 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 Gibraltar in February?

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

Monthly weather in Gibraltar

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Gibraltar, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

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.