Weather in Palma in February

How February compares

February is the 11th warmest month of the year in Palma. Within Spain it is 58th of 87 (Spain in February). Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Palma is 6.3°C warmer by day and 7.0°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in February

The typical February day in Palma peaks at 14.2°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 9.0°C; one night in ten drops to 6.0°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 23.5°C (2020-02-03) and the coldest night 2.7°C (2012-02-04).

Rain in February

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 6 days with 1 mm or more, 33 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 2018 with 112 mm, the driest 2020 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 76%.

Sea temperature in February

The sea averages 14.1°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 13.5°C to 14.6°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.6°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.5 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:43 and sets about 18:24 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 46%.

Is February a good time to visit Palma?

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

Milder than London, but still jacket weather

Compared with London's average February high of 7.9°C, Palma's 14.2°C offers a noticeable lift without delivering summer warmth. The warmer days reach around 17°C or more, which makes walking a more realistic focus than sunbathing. The catch is the drop after dark: colder nights can fall to 6°C or below, so a warm layer is useful even if the afternoon feels comfortable. Pack trousers, comfortable closed shoes and a jacket you can take off as conditions change. For travellers who dislike heat, these temperatures suit being active outdoors; for anyone hoping to sit outside all evening in light clothes, February is a compromise.

Make use of the daylight and allow for rain

With about 5.6 hours of sunshine within 10.5 hours of daylight, February offers scope for time outdoors, but you should not expect clear skies throughout the day. Put your longer walks in the brighter, warmer part of the day and leave room to change plans when rain arrives. Around 6 days have measurable rain, so a waterproof jacket is a sensible addition rather than a reason to rule the month out. Keep expectations centred on a cool-weather city stay, with indoor time when needed. If reliable warmth is the main purpose of the trip, the brighter spells alone are unlikely to make February the right choice.