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San Diego Weather in February
February in San Diego averages 20°C (68°F) during the day and 10°C (50°F) at night. The excellent conditions and moderate rainfall make it a solid month to visit.
Rainfall in San Diego in February
Historically, February sees about 6 days of rain, with a monthly average of 37 mm (1.5 in). The odd shower may pass through, but it usually doesn't amount to much. A largely dry month overall.
Temperature in San Diego in February
San Diego has excellent weather in February, with days reaching 20°C (68°F) and nights cooling to 10°C (50°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. At 10°C (50°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in San Diego in February
With approximately 230 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, February is a great time to visit.
San Diego Temperature in February
Min Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Chance of Rain
18%
Precipitation
37 mm (1.5 in)
Rainy days
6 days
Humidity
65%
Sunshine
230 hours
Percentage Sunshine
74%
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in San Diego typically stay consistent throughout February, with daily highs averaging around 20°C (68°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 11°C (52°F).
Average temperatures in February
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in February
Historical weather records for San Diego in February
Browse day-by-day weather records for San Diego spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
San Diego historical weather extremes in February
Based on weather observations in San Diego between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during February.
- On February 12, 2022, temperatures climbed to 32°C (90°F), marking the warmest February day on record.
- On February 14, 1990, San Diego saw its coldest February day with temperatures maxing out at 11°C (52°F).
- San Diego registered its coldest February night on February 15, 1990, with temperatures dropping to 3°C (37°F).
Best Places in the United States of America in February
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of 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 San Diego in February
For San Diego in February, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in San Diego in February
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Camping5/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
San Diego 3-Day Forecast
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Where to go in February - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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