Weather in Zante in February

How February compares

February is the 11th warmest month of the year in Zante and ranks 88th of 134 destinations we compare for February - see where else is hot in February. Within Greece it is 18th of 44 (Greece in February). Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Zante is 5.7°C warmer by day and 8.6°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in February

The typical February day in Zante peaks at 13.6°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 16.1°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 10.6°C; one night in ten drops to 7.4°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 20.3°C (2016-02-17) and the coldest night 0.4°C (2004-02-13).

Rain in February

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 12 days with 1 mm or more, 116 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 2018 with 315 mm, the driest 2002 with 17 mm. Humidity averages 71%.

Sea temperature in February

The sea averages 15.4°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 14.6°C to 16.2°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.2°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.6 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:27 and sets about 18:14 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 51%.

Is February a good time to visit Zante?

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

Comfortable for walking, cold for swimming

February is a better fit for being active outdoors than lying by the sea. Milder days can reach around 16°C, but that is still light-jacket weather rather than dependable warmth for sitting still. Colder nights can drop to around 7°C, so pack a jumper and a warmer outer layer for evenings rather than relying on a thin holiday wardrobe. The sea averages 15.4°C and is firmly cold: a casual, comfortable swim is not a realistic expectation. If time beside the water matters more than getting into it, the month can still suit you, provided you are content to keep your layers on and change plans when the weather turns.

Plan around rain rather than a fixed outdoor schedule

Rain is the main compromise, so keep outdoor plans flexible rather than filling every day with weather-dependent activities. A waterproof jacket and shoes that cope with wet ground will be more useful than extra summer clothes. There are about 5.2 hours of sunshine a day on average, so February is not simply grey throughout, but that does not promise a clear spell when you want it. With 10.6 hours of daylight, there is room for daytime walks without assuming long, bright evenings. Make the most of dry spells, keep an indoor alternative in mind and treat any pleasant afternoon as a chance to get outside, not a sign that the rest of the stay will follow suit.