Weather in Costa del Sol in February

How February compares

February is the 11th warmest month of the year in Costa del Sol. Within Spain it is 44th of 87 (Spain in February). Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Costa del Sol is 7.4°C warmer by day and 7.0°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in February

The typical February day in Costa del Sol peaks at 15.3°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 18.5°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 9.0°C; one night in ten drops to 5.9°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 25.4°C (2020-02-17) and the coldest night -2.0°C (2018-02-05).

Rain in February

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 7 days with 1 mm or more, 52 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 2010 with 301 mm, the driest 2000 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 75%.

Sea temperature in February

The sea averages 14.8°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 14.1°C to 15.5°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (23.0°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.7 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 08:07 and sets about 18:57 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 44%.

Is February a good time to visit Costa del Sol?

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

Comfortable for walking, cool after dark

February suits travellers who prefer exploring on foot without strong heat, rather than those hoping to spend the day in swimwear. The warmer days reach 18.5°C or more, but that is a bonus rather than the temperature to pack for. Bring layers you can remove when it feels mild and put back on when you stop moving. A jumper and jacket will be more useful than a suitcase built around summer clothes. The coldest nights fall to 5.9°C or below, so keep something warmer for evenings. Choose outdoor meals according to how the day feels rather than assuming it will be comfortable to sit outside.

Useful sunshine, with some wet-weather flexibility

There are about 6 hours of sunshine a day within 10.7 hours of daylight, giving you a useful window for outdoor plans without promising clear skies throughout. Rain falls on about 7 days during the month, so a waterproof jacket is a sensible part of your packing. That does not mean every rainy day is a write-off, but it does make a rigid outdoor itinerary less appealing. Keep your plans flexible enough to move a walk to a brighter spell or spend time indoors when rain arrives. February works better if you welcome sunshine when it comes rather than depend on it every day.

A coastal break rather than a swimming holiday

The sea is the main catch for anyone picturing a beach-focused trip. At an average of 14.8°C, it is cold, and the year-to-year range of 14°C to 16°C does not change that judgement. A mild afternoon on land should not be taken as a sign that the water will feel inviting. Unless you already enjoy cold-water swimming, plan to spend your coastal time walking or sitting out when conditions suit, rather than swimming. February is also among the cooler months here. It makes sense for travellers seeking mild days and time outdoors, but less sense if warmth is the main reason for booking.