Weather in Benidorm in February

How February compares

February is the 11th warmest month of the year in Benidorm and ranks 69th of 134 destinations we compare for February - see where else is hot in February. Within Spain it is 35th of 87 (Spain in February). Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Benidorm is 7.8°C warmer by day and 6.0°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in February

The typical February day in Benidorm peaks at 15.7°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 19.5°C or more. Roughly 1 in 1000 days top 25°C. Nights average 8.0°C; one night in ten drops to 4.7°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 25.1°C (1995-02-25) and the coldest night 0.2°C (2012-02-12).

Rain in February

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 6 days with 1 mm or more, 31 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 1993 with 126 mm, the driest 2000 with 1 mm. Humidity averages 70%.

Sea temperature in February

The sea averages 13.9°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 13.3°C to 14.7°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.4°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.6 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:52 and sets about 18:37 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 42%.

Is February a good time to visit Benidorm?

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

Milder than London, but keep a jacket handy

The daytime average is around 8°C warmer than London in February, so the difference should be noticeable when you are out walking. That does not make it summer weather: February sits towards the cooler end of Benidorm's year. The warmest 10% of days reach 19.5°C or more, which can make sitting outside appealing, but those are not the conditions to count on throughout your stay. Evenings need a warmer layer, and the coldest 10% of nights fall to 4.7°C or below. Pack clothes you can add or remove rather than relying on a light daytime outfit to carry you through dinner.

Useful sunshine, with room for rain

February brings about 6.1 hours of sunshine a day within 10.6 hours of daylight, giving you a reasonable window for outdoor plans. That is an average, not a promise of clear skies each day, so keep your schedule flexible rather than making every plan depend on sunshine. There are about 6 rainy days during the month: rain is a consideration, but it need not define the trip. A light waterproof is a sensible addition to your bag. Use the brighter, warmer part of the day for longer walks or sitting outdoors, and keep an indoor alternative for wet spells.

Better for walking than swimming

The sea averages 13.9°C and ranges from 13°C to 15°C between years, so ordinary holiday swimming is not February's strength. If getting into the sea is the main reason for going, this is a poor fit; even an inviting afternoon does not mean warm water. The better match is a traveller who prefers mild conditions for walking and does not mind putting a jacket back on afterwards. Midday is more useful for finding warmth than avoiding intense heat. If you want a warmer trip, June, July and August rate best here, though February makes sense when heat is not the priority.