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San Mateo Weather in February

In San Mateo, February brings moderate daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), with nights cooling to 7°C (45°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in San Mateo in February

Typically, you can expect about 9 days of rain this month, with 67 mm (2.6 in) on average. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in San Mateo in February

February in San Mateo sees highs of 17°C (63°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F) overnight. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights fall to 7°C (45°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in San Mateo in February

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 209 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit San Mateo.

Wind Speed in San Mateo in February

In February, average wind speeds reach 4 m/s (8 knots), leading to light to moderate breezes. Conditions vary from day to day, with both calm and windier periods.

Average water temperature in February

At 12°C (54°F), the water is too cold for most people to swim comfortably. A wetsuit is pretty much essential if you plan to go in.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit San Mateo. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

San Mateo Temperature in February

Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Water Temperature
12°C (54°F) *
Chance of Rain
30%
Precipitation
67 mm (2.6 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
77% *
Windspeed
4 m/s (8 knots) *
Sunshine
209 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
69% *
* Data from: San Francisco, the United States of America (10 KM, 6 Miles).

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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 Mateo in February

For San Mateo 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. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Expect water temperatures of around 12°C (54°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in San Mateo 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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