Your February weather guide
CoolWeather in Split in February
February is a reasonable time for a cool-weather city break in Split, but not for a warm seaside holiday. Expect daytime highs around 11°C, nights near 4°C and a sea temperature of about 13°C. It suits travellers happy to walk in layers and change plans when rain arrives. For a UK traveller, the appeal is slightly milder daytime weather rather than a convincing dose of winter warmth.
Long-term climate averages for Split, not a forecast · 1991-2020
Split, month by month
Your snapshot
At a glance
The useful details for Split.
- Average daytime high
- 10.9°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 15°C
- Average night-time low
- 3.8°C
- coldest 10% of nights: -1°C or lower
- Compared with London
- +3.0°C
- London averages 7.9°C in February
- Sea temperature
- 12.7°C
- year to year: 12°C to 14°C
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 5.0h
- 49% of 10.3 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 10
- 106 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 72%
- Days over 25°C
- 0%
- none over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 18.6°C
- 2016-02-16
- Record low 1991-2020
- -9.6°C
- 2012-02-15
- Flight from London
- ≈ 2 h 36 min
- 1508 km, short-haul (estimate for a direct flight)
Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.
How February compares
February is the 11th warmest month of the year in Split and ranks 116th of 134 destinations we compare for February - see where else is hot in February. Within Croatia it is 3rd of 4 (Croatia in February). Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Split is 3.0°C warmer by day and 1.8°C warmer at night.
Daytime and night-time in February
The typical February day in Split peaks at 10.9°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 14.8°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 3.8°C; one night in ten drops to -1.1°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day here reached 18.6°C (2016-02-16) and the coldest night -9.6°C (2012-02-15).
Rain in February
Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 10 days with 1 mm or more, 106 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 2014 with 281 mm, the driest 1993 with 6 mm. Humidity averages 72%.
Sea temperature in February
The sea averages 12.7°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 12.1°C to 13.5°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (24.6°C).
Sunshine and daylight
Around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.3 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:54 and sets about 17:23 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 51%.
Is February a good time to visit Split?
February is not the strongest month here: cool days and frequent rain. The best months for Split on our scoring are August, July, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug.
Cool days, with a sharper chill after dark
Split is milder than London in February, but the difference is modest: daytime highs are about 3°C higher. A coat and layers still make more sense than light holiday clothes, especially if you plan to stay out into the evening. The warmer days can reach around 15°C, making outdoor time more comfortable, but that is not the everyday expectation. At the other end, the coldest nights fall to around -1°C or below, so do not pack solely for the average. February sits near the cold end of Split's year. Choose it if cool conditions do not spoil a city break, rather than because you want reliable warmth.
Make room for rain, and leave swimming off the plan
Rain is a meaningful catch, with about 10 rainy days during February. Bring a waterproof outer layer and shoes you are comfortable wearing on wet ground, and keep your outdoor plans flexible rather than assigning everything to a fixed day. There is still useful daylight: roughly 10.3 hours, with about 5 hours of sunshine on average. That leaves scope for time outside, but does not promise clear skies throughout your stay. The sea is cold at 12.7°C, so this is not a sensible choice for a holiday centred on casual swimming. Treat the waterfront as somewhere to spend time dressed for winter, not as a sign of beach weather.
A little perspective
Split through the year
February is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10.1°C | 3.8°C | 13.7°C | 4.2 | 120 | 11 | 0% |
| FebruarySelected | 10.9°C | 3.8°C | 12.7°C | 5.0 | 106 | 10 | 0% |
| March | 13.8°C | 6.4°C | 12.8°C | 5.8 | 103 | 10 | 0% |
| April | 17.2°C | 9.6°C | 14.2°C | 6.5 | 100 | 11 | 1% |
| May | 21.7°C | 13.9°C | 17.8°C | 7.8 | 74 | 9 | 14% |
| Junebest | 26.0°C | 17.9°C | 21.7°C | 9.9 | 42 | 7 | 62% |
| Julybest | 29.0°C | 20.3°C | 24.0°C | 11.6 | 27 | 5 | 92% |
| Augustbest | 29.3°C | 20.7°C | 24.6°C | 10.6 | 41 | 5 | 94% |
| September | 24.3°C | 16.7°C | 22.4°C | 7.6 | 104 | 8 | 43% |
| October | 19.9°C | 13.0°C | 20.3°C | 5.7 | 137 | 11 | 2% |
| November | 15.1°C | 9.2°C | 18.0°C | 4.0 | 226 | 14 | 0% |
| December | 11.2°C | 5.2°C | 15.7°C | 4.0 | 175 | 12 | 0% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
- Sea
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A little more detail
Split in February FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Split hot in February?
Split is cool in February: the average daytime high is 10.9°C and nights average 3.8°C. Days over 25°C are rare in February.
Can you swim in the sea in Split in February?
The sea around Split averages 12.7°C in February, which is cold for swimming without a wetsuit. Between 1991 and 2020 it ranged from 12°C to 14°C depending on the year.
How much does it rain in Split in February?
Split sees about 10 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 106 mm of rain in a typical February. The wettest February between 1991 and 2020 was 2014 (281 mm) and the driest was 1993 (6 mm).
How sunny is Split in February?
Split gets around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day in February out of 10.3 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Split compare with the UK in February?
Split is on average 3.0°C warmer than London by day in February (10.9°C against 7.9°C).
What is the hottest February on record in Split?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day in Split reached 18.6°C on 2016-02-16, and the coldest night dropped to -9.6°C on 2012-02-15.
How long is the flight from London?
The flight from London takes about 2 h 36 min, making Split a short-haul option. That suits a short break, provided you are choosing it for time in the city rather than expecting warm-weather lounging.
Would another month be better for a summer-style holiday?
Yes. August, July and June are the strongest months overall for holiday weather in Split. February is cool and wet, so it is better suited to travellers comfortable with winter layers than those prioritising warmth and time in the sea.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid) and NOAA Coral Reef Watch 5 km sea temperatures, 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Split. Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 2.1 km from that point. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C