Aquitaine Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Aquitaine, France in February.

Thinking about venturing to Aquitaine, France this February and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Aquitaine in February

Aquitaine, France is a region in France. February in Aquitaine generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of February is in the winter season.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Gourette at 7°C (45°F) to mild in Morcenx at 14°C (57°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Morcenx and -2°C (28°F) in Gourette.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Aquitaine, France, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Marmande with an average of 55 mm (2.2 in) to high rainfall in Accous with 135 mm (5.3 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Bordeaux as an example - it receives around 116 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Aquitaine by month

Best Places to Visit in Aquitaine in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Aquitaine.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Aquitaine

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Aquitaine, France?

Temperature range in Aquitaine (February)

Precipitation variation in Aquitaine (February)

Bordeaux

In February Bordeaux generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
97 hours
116 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Biarritz

In February Biarritz generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
99 hours
115 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
127 mm (5 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Saint-Jean-de-Luz

In February Saint-Jean-de-Luz generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
99 hours
115 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
135 mm (5.3 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Seignosse

In February Seignosse generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
99 hours
115 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Lacanau-Océan

In February Lacanau-Océan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
97 hours
116 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Aquitaine in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Biarritz 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Bordeaux 13°C (55°F) 4°C (39°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Saint-Jean-de-Luz 13°C (55°F) 6°C (43°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Seignosse 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Lacanau-Océan 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Hossegor 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)

Aquitaine weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Aquitaine, France in February?

In February, Aquitaine, France generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Bordeaux sees daytime temperatures near 13°C (55°F), with nights cooling to roughly 4°C (39°F).

What is the average temperature in Aquitaine, France in February?

In Bordeaux, the average daytime high in February is 13°C (55°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 4°C (39°F).

Does Aquitaine, France get a lot of rain in February?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Aquitaine, France during February, with Bordeaux averaging close to 61 mm (2.4 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit Aquitaine, France?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Bordeaux, February may not be the ideal time to visit Aquitaine, France.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Bordeaux. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be unpleasant.

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