Weather in Sardinia in February

How February compares

February is the 11th warmest month of the year in Sardinia and ranks 94th of 134 destinations we compare for February - see where else is hot in February. Within Italy it is 2nd of 16 (Italy in February). Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Sardinia is 5.3°C warmer by day and 5.1°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in February

The typical February day in Sardinia peaks at 13.2°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 16.4°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 7.1°C; one night in ten drops to 3.9°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 21.8°C (2020-02-24) and the coldest night -0.9°C (2012-02-13).

Rain in February

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 8 days with 1 mm or more, 43 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 2015 with 102 mm, the driest 2020 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 78%.

Sea temperature in February

The sea averages 13.3°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 12.9°C to 13.8°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (25.2°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.4 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:18 and sets about 17:55 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 48%.

Is February a good time to visit Sardinia?

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

Mild afternoons, but keep your coat

The daytime average is comfortable for walking with layers, but it is not reliable T-shirt weather. The warmest 10% of days reach 16.4°C or more, so a sheltered afternoon can feel pleasantly mild. The catch is the drop after dark: the coldest 10% of nights reach 3.9°C or lower. Pack a warm outer layer, long trousers and something you can add when you stop moving. Plan longer outdoor spells around the middle of the day, when warmth is most useful rather than something to avoid. For evenings, dress for cold conditions rather than expecting the afternoon's mildness to last.

Leave room for rain in your plans

With about 8 rainy days, February calls for flexible plans rather than a fixed outdoor schedule. A waterproof jacket and shoes that cope with wet ground are more useful than extra summer clothing. There is still scope for time outside: average sunshine is about 5.5 hours within 10.4 hours of daylight. That is enough to make daytime walks worthwhile, but not a promise of clear skies throughout your stay. Keep indoor alternatives available and take advantage of brighter spells when they arrive. If your main aim is dependable sunshine, the mix of cool air and wet days is a real drawback.

Treat the coast as somewhere to walk, not swim

The sea averages 13.3°C, making it cold rather than merely refreshing. Its year-to-year range of 13°C to 14°C gives little reason to expect a comfortably warm swim. For most travellers, coastal time is better planned around walking and sitting out when conditions allow, with a warm layer ready. A bright sky does not make the water warm, so do not use sunshine alone to judge swimming comfort. February makes more sense if being beside the sea is enough for you. If getting into it is central to the holiday, the water temperature is the strongest reason to reconsider your timing.