Weather in February in Basilicata
Thinking about venturing to Basilicata this February and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Basilicata in February?
Basilicata is a region in Italy. February in Basilicata generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. February falls during the winter season.
Temperatures
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Marsico Nuovo at 9°C to mild in Policoro at 14°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C in Policoro and 0°C in Marsico Nuovo.
Precipitation
In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Pomarico with an average of 62 mm to high rainfall in Maratea with 122 mm.For specific regional insights in Basilicata for February, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Basilicata climate page.
Where to go in Basilicata in February
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in February for the 5 most popular destinations in Basilicata?
Matera
In February Matera generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Maratea
In February Maratea generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Gravina in Puglia
In February Gravina in Puglia generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Potenza
In February Potenza generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Metaponto
In February Metaponto generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is February the best time to visit Basilicata?
In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit Basilicata due to the typically unpleasant weather in Matera.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Matera. On the other hand, the weather in January and February tend to be unpleasant.
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