Your February weather guide
CoolWeather in Salou in February
Salou in February suits a break with outdoor walks better than a beach holiday. Daytime temperatures average around 14°C, falling to about 6°C at night, so expect to wear layers rather than spend the day in swimwear. The sea is cold at around 13°C. For a UK traveller, the appeal is milder afternoons and some sunshine; the catch is that evenings still feel wintry and warm weather is not guaranteed.
Long-term climate averages for Salou, not a forecast · 1991-2020
Salou, month by month
Your snapshot
At a glance
The useful details for Salou.
- Average daytime high
- 14.2°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 18°C
- Average night-time low
- 5.7°C
- coldest 10% of nights: 2°C or lower
- Compared with London
- +6.3°C
- London averages 7.9°C in February
- Sea temperature
- 12.9°C
- year to year: 12°C to 13°C
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 5.9h
- 57% of 10.4 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 5
- 29 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 71%
- Days over 25°C
- 0%
- none over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 22.9°C
- 2019-02-28
- Record low 1991-2020
- -1.5°C
- 2012-02-03
- Flight from London
- ≈ 2 h 12 min
- 1125 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 10th warmest month of the year in Salou and ranks 84th of 134 destinations we compare for February - see where else is hot in February. Within Spain it is 57th of 87 (Spain in February). Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Salou is 6.3°C warmer by day and 3.7°C warmer at night.
Daytime and night-time in February
The typical February day in Salou peaks at 14.2°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 18.0°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 5.7°C; one night in ten drops to 2.1°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 22.9°C (2019-02-28) and the coldest night -1.5°C (2012-02-03).
Rain in February
Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 5 days with 1 mm or more, 29 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 2018 with 130 mm, the driest 2002 with 2 mm. Humidity averages 71%.
Sea temperature in February
The sea averages 12.9°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 12.4°C to 13.3°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.0°C).
Sunshine and daylight
Around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.4 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:51 and sets about 18:28 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 44%.
Is February a good time to visit Salou?
February is not the strongest month here: cool days. The best months for Salou on our scoring are July, June, August; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.
Mild enough for walks, not reliable warmth
Plan to be outside during the warmer part of the day, with a jumper and jacket you can adjust as conditions change. The warmest days can reach 18°C or more, making a sunny afternoon pleasant for sitting out, but that is not the everyday expectation. Cold nights can fall to around 2°C or below, so bring a proper outer layer for evenings rather than relying on a light cardigan. February is a poor fit if your main aim is heat or sunbathing. It makes more sense if you enjoy walking in cool weather and do not need the sea to be swimmable.
Useful sunshine, with room for rainy spells
February brings about 5.9 hours of sunshine a day within 10.4 hours of daylight, giving you a reasonable window for outdoor plans without promising clear skies throughout. There are about 5 rainy days during the month, so rain is a possibility rather than a reason to rule the trip out. Pack a waterproof jacket and shoes that can cope with wet weather, and keep your plans flexible enough to move a walk to a brighter spell. The balance suits travellers who are happy to dress for changing conditions. If you need consistently warm, dry days, the weather leaves too much to chance.
A little perspective
Salou 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 | 13.0°C | 5.4°C | 13.6°C | 5.0 | 39 | 6 | 0% |
| FebruarySelected | 14.2°C | 5.7°C | 12.9°C | 5.9 | 29 | 5 | 0% |
| March | 17.0°C | 7.9°C | 13.3°C | 6.3 | 39 | 6 | 0% |
| April | 19.0°C | 10.0°C | 14.6°C | 6.8 | 52 | 8 | 1% |
| May | 22.4°C | 13.5°C | 17.5°C | 7.3 | 49 | 7 | 19% |
| Junebest | 26.5°C | 17.5°C | 21.5°C | 9.4 | 32 | 6 | 72% |
| Julybest | 29.3°C | 20.4°C | 24.7°C | 10.5 | 21 | 4 | 97% |
| Augustbest | 29.3°C | 21.0°C | 26.0°C | 8.7 | 43 | 7 | 97% |
| September | 25.7°C | 18.0°C | 24.3°C | 6.6 | 74 | 9 | 62% |
| October | 21.7°C | 14.5°C | 21.4°C | 5.2 | 72 | 8 | 13% |
| November | 16.7°C | 9.5°C | 17.9°C | 5.0 | 48 | 6 | 0% |
| December | 13.4°C | 6.4°C | 15.2°C | 4.7 | 34 | 5 | 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
Salou in February FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Salou hot in February?
Salou is cool in February: the average daytime high is 14.2°C and nights average 5.7°C. Days over 25°C are rare in February.
Can you swim in the sea in Salou in February?
The sea around Salou averages 12.9°C in February, which is cold for swimming without a wetsuit. Between 1991 and 2020 it ranged from 12°C to 13°C depending on the year.
How much does it rain in Salou in February?
Salou sees about 5 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 29 mm of rain in a typical February. The wettest February between 1991 and 2020 was 2018 (130 mm) and the driest was 2002 (2 mm).
How sunny is Salou in February?
Salou gets around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day in February out of 10.4 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Salou compare with the UK in February?
Salou is on average 6.3°C warmer than London by day in February (14.2°C against 7.9°C).
What is the hottest February on record in Salou?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day in Salou reached 22.9°C on 2019-02-28, and the coldest night dropped to -1.5°C on 2012-02-03.
How much warmer is Salou than London in February?
Salou's average daytime high is 14.2°C, compared with 7.9°C in London, a difference of 6.3°C. That makes afternoons noticeably milder, but it is still jacket weather rather than summer warmth, especially once the sun goes down.
Can you swim in the sea in February?
The sea averages 12.9°C, so it is cold rather than comfortable for a holiday swim. If relaxed sea swimming is central to your plans, February is not a good choice. Think of time by the water as walking or sitting out in suitable weather.
When should I go instead for warmer holiday weather?
July, June and August are Salou's strongest months for holiday weather. Choose those over February if warmth matters most. February is better treated as a cool-weather break, with layers for daytime outings and a jacket for evenings.
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 Salou. Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 1.4 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