Planning a trip to San Diego in February? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +64°F and approximately 7 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 10 rainy days and 84 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+64°F
Avg. max. temperature
+37°F
Min.
+86°F
Max.
84 mm
Total precipitation
68%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: San Diego has good weather in February.
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Average temperature in San Diego in February
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in San Diego for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +75°F during the day to a minimum of +41°F during the night, the temperature in February averages around +63°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 16% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +63°F to +57°F.
Is San Diego warm or cold in February?
San Diego is typically mild in February.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +64°F to +64°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +50°F to +52°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 San Diego, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in San Diego in February
Water in San Diego in February is Cold. It varies from +57°F to +60°F, with an average of +59°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +64°F.
The water temperature in February is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in San Diego are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +68°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +59°F.
Can you swim in San Diego in February?
We would not recommend swimming in San Diego in February, the water is very cold (+59°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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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 San Diego in February
San Diego weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
January
February
March
Avg. temperature
+64°F
+64°F
+66°F
Min. temperature
+37°F
+37°F
+43°F
Max. temperature
+86°F
+86°F
+88°F
Rainfall
69 mm
84 mm
64 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+59°F
+59°F
+59°F
Humidity
68%
68%
70%
Air pressure
1018 HPa
1017 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
8
7
6
Cloudy days
13
11
14
Rainy days
10
10
10
Snowy days
0
0
0
February weather is still as good as in January.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +64°F for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 69 mm to 84 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 68%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 2 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 8 sunny days in January to 7 in February.
March brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in San Diego in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in San Diego is gradually increasing during February, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during February in San Diego based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 39% chance of rain on an average day in February, with total rainfall of approximately 734 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 276 mm, which is considered heavy rain.February is a pretty wet month with over 11 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
February is one of the rainiest months in San Diego, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
San Diego wettest month is February, where a typical day has a 34% chance of precipitation and 84 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last February in San Diego?
This is the weather in San Diego in February 2023:
1 February
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+63°F
2 February
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+65°F
3 February
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+66°F
4 February
☁️
+64°F
5 February
🌫️
+64°F
6 February
☁️
+61°F
7 February
☀️
+67°F
8 February
☀️
+67°F
9 February
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+74°F
10 February
☀️
+72°F
11 February
☁️
+69°F
12 February
☁️
+57°F
13 February
🌧️
+59°F
14 February
🌧️
+56°F
15 February
☀️
+58°F
16 February
☀️
+65°F
17 February
☁️
+64°F
18 February
☁️
+65°F
19 February
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+62°F
20 February
☀️
+64°F
21 February
☀️
+63°F
22 February
🌧️
+57°F
23 February
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+55°F
24 February
☁️
+59°F
25 February
🌧️
+58°F
26 February
🌧️
+56°F
27 February
☁️
+59°F
28 February
🌧️
+58°F
In February 2023 San Diego had 11 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +63°F, with an absolute maximum of +75°F and a minimum of +55°F. The average humidity was 63%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 13%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in February?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how San Diego climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in San Diego in February has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 2001 (+67°F) and the highest in 2014 (+74°F). The driest year was 2002 with only 156 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 1311 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in San Diego in February:
Is February a good time to visit San Diego?
February is a really good time to go to San Diego. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit San Diego.
Can you sunbathe in San Diego in February?
February has mild temperatures in San Diego. 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 San Diego in February?
Swimming in San Diego in February is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is San Diego rainy in February?
San Diego 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 San Diego in February?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in San Diego in February, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in San Diego, 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.
