Weather in Albufeira in February

How February compares

February is the 10th warmest month of the year in Albufeira and ranks 62nd of 134 destinations we compare for February - see where else is hot in February. Within Portugal it is 3rd of 13 (Portugal in February). Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Albufeira is 8.6°C warmer by day and 6.7°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in February

The typical February day in Albufeira peaks at 16.5°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 19.2°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 8.7°C; one night in ten drops to 5.1°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 24.6°C (2020-02-04) and the coldest night 0.9°C (2012-02-05).

Rain in February

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 6 days with 1 mm or more, 48 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 2010 with 187 mm, the driest 2012 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 75%.

Sea temperature in February

The sea averages 15.0°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 14.1°C to 15.8°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (20.7°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.6 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:23 and sets about 18:12 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 47%.

Is February a good time to visit Albufeira?

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

Pack for mild days and chilly evenings

The daytime average can feel encouraging when you are leaving a UK winter, but pack for a change in temperature rather than steady warmth. A T-shirt under a jumper or light jacket gives you flexibility, while trousers and a warmer outer layer make sense after dark. The warmest days reach 19.2°C or more, offering scope for comfortable outdoor breaks, but that is not the everyday expectation. At the colder end, nights can fall to 5.1°C or below. February is therefore better suited to travellers who enjoy walking in mild conditions than those who want to spend the day in swimwear.

Keep outdoor plans flexible

February brings about 5.6 hours of sunshine within 10.6 hours of daylight, so there is a useful window for being outside without expecting sunshine throughout the day. Around 6 rainy days means a waterproof jacket earns its space in your bag, though rain need not define the whole trip. Keep your plans flexible enough to use brighter spells for walks and pause indoors when showers arrive. Put longer outdoor plans into the daytime rather than relying on comfortable evenings. The balance works for a break where being outdoors is a preference, not a requirement for every part of the day.