San Francisco weather in February (California, United States of America)

Curious about the February weather in San Francisco? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In February, San Francisco generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 16°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 8°C.

San Francisco in February usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 75 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 10 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 209 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, December tends to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized San Francisco climate page with graphs.

 

San Francisco, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 12°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 75 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 209 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 69%  

Where to go in the United States of America in February

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in February and which places have the best weather 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).

So, what should you wear in San Francisco in February?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 12°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 in February.

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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