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Palo Alto Weather in February

Thinking of visiting Palo Alto in February? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 17°C (63°F) during the day, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Palo Alto in February

The climate data from previous years indicates about 9 days of rain, averaging 60 mm (2.4 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Palo Alto in February

Temperatures in Palo Alto in February top out at 17°C (63°F) and drop to 6°C (43°F) overnight. During February, the winter season is in full swing. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. Nights drop to 6°C (43°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Palo Alto in February

The city usually sees around 209 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.

February in Palo Alto has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Palo Alto Temperature in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 17°C (63°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 29%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 60 mm (2.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
SunshineSunshine 209 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 69% *  
* Data from: San Francisco, the United States of America (27 KM, 17 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in February

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Palo Alto in February

Pleasant temperatures in February mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Palo Alto in February

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

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

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