Weather in Porto in February

How February compares

February is the 10th warmest month of the year in Porto and ranks 85th of 134 destinations we compare for February - see where else is hot in February. Within Portugal it is 13th of 13 (Portugal in February). Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Porto is 6.0°C warmer by day and 4.5°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in February

The typical February day in Porto peaks at 13.9°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 17.2°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 6.5°C; one night in ten drops to 2.8°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 22.7°C (2019-02-26) and the coldest night -0.8°C (2012-02-04).

Rain in February

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 9 days with 1 mm or more, 103 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 2014 with 328 mm, the driest 2012 with 2 mm. Humidity averages 80%.

Sea temperature in February

The sea averages 13.0°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 12.2°C to 13.8°C. For the warmest sea here, come in September (17.5°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.4 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:30 and sets about 18:07 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 55%.

Is February a good time to visit Porto?

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

Milder afternoons, but keep your coat

Porto can feel pleasantly mild during a February afternoon, especially when the sun is out, but it is still coat weather rather than reliably warm weather. The warmer days reach around 17°C or more, while the coldest nights can fall to around 3°C or below. Pack layers that you can adjust rather than relying on a light jumper throughout the day. A warmer outer layer will be useful after dark, and comfortable closed shoes make more sense than sandals. This month suits travellers happy to walk in cool conditions; it is a poor fit if sitting outside in warmth is central to the trip.

Leave room to change plans when it rains

Rain is the main catch in February, so avoid making every day depend on staying outdoors. About 9 days have measurable rain, although that does not mean each is a complete washout. Bring a waterproof jacket and shoes that can cope with wet pavements, and keep indoor options in reserve. There are about 4.7 hours of sunshine a day within 10.4 hours of daylight: enough daylight for exploring, but sunshine is far from guaranteed throughout it. Use dry spells for longer walks and check the forecast before committing to outdoor plans. February works better for a flexible city break than a tightly scheduled outdoor trip.