Weather in Fuerteventura in February

How February compares

February is the 11th warmest month of the year in Fuerteventura and ranks 54th of 134 destinations we compare for February - see where else is hot in February. Within Spain it is 16th of 87 (Spain in February). Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Fuerteventura is 11.3°C warmer by day and 13.5°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in February

The typical February day in Fuerteventura peaks at 19.2°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 21.2°C or more. Roughly 1 in 200 days top 25°C. Nights average 15.5°C; one night in ten drops to 13.7°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day here reached 27.2°C (2020-02-05) and the coldest night 10.8°C (2018-02-08).

Rain in February

Dry (3 rainy days or fewer): about 2 days with 1 mm or more, 11 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 2005 with 56 mm, the driest 2001 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 70%.

Sea temperature in February

The sea averages 18.2°C - bracing (18-22°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 17.5°C to 19.1°C. For the warmest sea here, come in September (22.9°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.0 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:35 and sets about 18:45 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 44%.

Is February a good time to visit Fuerteventura?

It is a reasonable choice: mild days. The best months for Fuerteventura on our scoring are July, August, September; months averaging 25°C or more: Aug, Sep.

Much milder than London, but still a cooler month

The daytime high is 11.3°C above London's February average, so the difference should feel substantial for a UK traveller. Within Fuerteventura's own year, though, February sits near the cooler end. Even the warmest 10% of days reach 21.2°C or more, which points towards pleasant warmth rather than dependable heat. Pack lighter clothes for the warmer part of the day, with a jumper or light jacket for evenings. The coldest 10% of nights fall to 13.7°C or below, so a suitcase built entirely around summer clothing would leave you short. This is weather for being active outdoors rather than seeking shade from intense midday heat.

Little rain, with useful daylight

Rain is unlikely to dominate your plans: February averages about 2 rainy days. That makes an outdoor-focused holiday a reasonable choice, although a light waterproof is still sensible rather than assuming every day will stay dry. Sunshine averages about 6.2 hours within 11.0 hours of daylight, leaving room for outdoor plans without expecting uninterrupted blue skies. Keep the sunniest part of the day for sitting out, and save less weather-dependent plans for cloudier spells. The main compromise is warmth, not frequent rain. If your aim is to spend more of the day outside than you would in a UK February, the balance is favourable.

Treat sea swimming as an optional extra

At 18.2°C, the sea is firmly in the bracing category, below the 22°C threshold for more comfortable swimming. Its year-to-year range of 18°C to 19°C gives little reason to book in the hope of notably warmer water. A short dip may suit you if you enjoy cool-water swimming, but long, relaxed swims should not be the main reason for going. Bring swimwear if you want the option, alongside clothes that let you cover up afterwards. February makes more sense for travellers who enjoy being beside the sea than for those whose holiday depends on spending plenty of time in it.