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Cardiff weather in February (Wales, United Kingdom)

How's the weather trend in Cardiff, the United Kingdom as February approaches? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

Typically, February in Cardiff includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Winter occurs in February. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 9°C, cooling down at night to around 4°C. This time of year is known for its most moderate and comfortable temperatures.

Precipitation

Cardiff in February usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 90 mm for the month. Expect around 15 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 78 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

Average windspeed

February has wind speeds averaging 5 m/s. You can expect gentle to moderate winds that move small trees and make flags wave steadily on typical days. Conditions typically range from light breezes to moderate winds.

Average water temperature in February

At 7°C, the water temperature is bracingly cold and requires proper thermal protection for any water activities.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and August typically offer the best weather for Cardiff.

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Cardiff, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 9°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 7°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 90 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 87%  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s  
SunshineSunshine 78 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 27%  

Where to go in the United Kingdom in February

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our Cardiff's climate page.

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 7°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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