Weather in Rhodes in February

How February compares

February is the 11th warmest month of the year in Rhodes and ranks 81st of 134 destinations we compare for February - see where else is hot in February. Within Greece it is 13th of 44 (Greece in February). Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Rhodes is 6.4°C warmer by day and 9.2°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in February

The typical February day in Rhodes peaks at 14.3°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 16.8°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 11.2°C; one night in ten drops to 7.9°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 19.4°C (2016-02-17) and the coldest night 2.3°C (2004-02-14).

Rain in February

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 10 days with 1 mm or more, 84 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 2011 with 164 mm, the driest 1995 with 18 mm. Humidity averages 68%.

Sea temperature in February

The sea averages 16.9°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 16.2°C to 17.5°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (27.1°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.7 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:56 and sets about 17:47 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 44%.

Is February a good time to visit Rhodes?

February is not the strongest month here: cool days and frequent rain. The best months for Rhodes on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.

Mild afternoons, but keep your jacket

February feels cool rather than warm, so pack for being outdoors in layers rather than spending the day in summer clothes. Average night-time lows are 11.2°C, which makes a jumper and jacket sensible for evenings. Colder nights can fall to 7.9°C or below, so do not judge your packing by the daytime average alone. The warmer days reach 16.8°C or more, giving you scope for comfortable time outside without summer heat. There is no need to organise your day around avoiding hot afternoons; use the brighter, drier spells instead. This suits travellers who prefer gentle temperatures, but anyone hoping to leave their winter layers entirely behind is likely to be disappointed.

Plan around rain, not pool or beach time

Rain is a meaningful part of the February trade-off, so a waterproof jacket and shoes that cope with wet conditions are more useful than a beach-focused suitcase. The rainy-day figure does not mean every wet day is a complete washout, but it does make rigid outdoor plans less appealing. There are about 5.9 hours of sunshine within 10.7 hours of daylight, leaving scope for pleasant spells outdoors without promising clear skies throughout your stay. The sea remains cold, even if the air feels comfortable in sunshine. Treat time by the water as an opportunity for a walk rather than the basis of a swimming holiday, and keep something indoors in reserve for wetter periods.