Your February weather guide
MildWeather in Vilamoura in February
Vilamoura in February suits a mild-weather break, not a holiday built around sunbathing or swimming. Average daytime highs of 15.9°C make time outdoors appealing if you bring layers, but nights averaging 9.6°C call for a jacket. The sea is cold at 15°C, so treat the coast as somewhere to spend time beside rather than in the water. Go for a change from the UK winter, with flexible plans rather than an expectation of warmth throughout the day.
Long-term climate averages for Vilamoura, not a forecast · 1991-2020
Vilamoura, month by month
Your snapshot
At a glance
The useful details for Vilamoura.
- Average daytime high
- 15.9°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 18°C
- Average night-time low
- 9.6°C
- coldest 10% of nights: 7°C or lower
- Compared with London
- +8.0°C
- London averages 7.9°C in February
- Sea temperature
- 15.0°C
- year to year: 14°C to 16°C
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 5.6h
- 53% of 10.6 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 6
- 48 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days over 25°C
- 0%
- none over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 23.8°C
- 2020-02-04
- Record low 1991-2020
- 3.3°C
- 2012-02-04
- Flight from London
- ≈ 2 h 54 min
- 1685 km, short-haul (estimate for a direct flight)
Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.
How February compares
February is the 11th warmest month of the year in Vilamoura. Within Portugal it is 8th of 13 (Portugal in February). Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Vilamoura is 8.0°C warmer by day and 7.6°C warmer at night.
Daytime and night-time in February
The typical February day in Vilamoura peaks at 15.9°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 18.2°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 9.6°C; one night in ten drops to 6.6°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 23.8°C (2020-02-04) and the coldest night 3.3°C (2012-02-04).
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 15.9°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (20.9°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 07:22 and sets about 18:11 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 47%.
Is February a good time to visit Vilamoura?
February is not the strongest month here: mild days. The best months for Vilamoura on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.
Milder than London, but still winter
The daytime high is about 8°C above London's February average of 7.9°C, which makes Vilamoura a reasonable choice if you want milder conditions without travelling far. That advantage does not turn February into summer: it remains among the cooler months here. The warmer days can reach 18.2°C or more, but they are not the everyday expectation. Plan longer spells outdoors around the middle of the day, and keep a jumper handy rather than packing only light holiday clothes. Evenings need a warmer layer, and colder nights can fall to 6.6°C or below. This is a better fit for travellers happy being active outdoors than those wanting to lie in the heat.
Keep plans flexible and swimming optional
February brings about 6 rainy days, so rain is a reason to keep your schedule flexible rather than rule the month out. A waterproof jacket is a sensible addition, and it helps to leave outdoor plans movable instead of committing everything in advance. There are about 5.6 hours of sunshine within 10.6 hours of daylight, giving you scope to enjoy brighter weather without expecting sunshine all day. The main catch for a coastal holiday is the water: the sea is cold, even when the air feels pleasant. If comfortable swimming is central to your trip, February is a poor match; if you are content staying dry, it is easier to recommend.
A little perspective
Vilamoura through the year
February is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15.2°C | 9.3°C | 15.6°C | 5.1 | 50 | 7 | 0% |
| FebruarySelected | 15.9°C | 9.6°C | 15.0°C | 5.6 | 48 | 6 | 0% |
| March | 17.8°C | 11.2°C | 15.3°C | 6.2 | 60 | 8 | 0% |
| April | 19.3°C | 12.4°C | 16.1°C | 6.9 | 53 | 7 | 2% |
| May | 22.1°C | 14.7°C | 17.3°C | 8.3 | 39 | 6 | 21% |
| Junebest | 25.8°C | 17.5°C | 19.0°C | 10.9 | 9 | 2 | 60% |
| Julybest | 28.7°C | 19.4°C | 20.2°C | 12.8 | 1 | 0 | 92% |
| Augustbest | 28.7°C | 19.9°C | 20.9°C | 11.3 | 3 | 1 | 94% |
| September | 26.0°C | 18.4°C | 20.8°C | 8.3 | 25 | 4 | 66% |
| October | 22.4°C | 16.0°C | 19.7°C | 5.8 | 66 | 8 | 16% |
| November | 18.4°C | 12.6°C | 18.0°C | 5.2 | 67 | 8 | 0% |
| December | 16.0°C | 10.6°C | 16.6°C | 4.6 | 76 | 8 | 0% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
- Sea
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A little more detail
Vilamoura in February FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Vilamoura hot in February?
Vilamoura is mild in February: the average daytime high is 15.9°C and nights average 9.6°C. Days over 25°C are rare in February.
Can you swim in the sea in Vilamoura in February?
The sea around Vilamoura averages 15.0°C in February, which is cold for swimming without a wetsuit. Between 1991 and 2020 it ranged from 14°C to 16°C depending on the year.
How much does it rain in Vilamoura in February?
Vilamoura sees about 6 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 48 mm of rain in a typical February. The wettest February between 1991 and 2020 was 2010 (187 mm) and the driest was 2012 (0 mm).
How sunny is Vilamoura in February?
Vilamoura gets around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day in February out of 10.6 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Vilamoura compare with the UK in February?
Vilamoura is on average 8.0°C warmer than London by day in February (15.9°C against 7.9°C).
What is the hottest February on record in Vilamoura?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day in Vilamoura reached 23.8°C on 2020-02-04, and the coldest night dropped to 3.3°C on 2012-02-04.
What should I pack for Vilamoura in February?
Pack layers for mild afternoons and cool evenings: lighter tops, a jumper, long trousers and a jacket. Bring a waterproof for rainy spells. With average nights around 10°C and some colder nights, summer clothing alone is not enough.
Is February a good choice for a short break from London?
It can be, if milder weather matters more than beach heat. The flight from London takes about 2 h 54 min, so the journey is short-haul. Expect a useful change in daytime temperature, but leave room to adjust plans around rain.
Should I choose February or wait for warmer weather?
Choose February if you are happy with mild days, cool evenings and a cold sea. If warmth is the priority, wait for summer: July, August and June are the strongest choices here for a weather-led holiday.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid) and NOAA Coral Reef Watch 5 km sea temperatures, 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Vilamoura. Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 1.5 km from that point. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C