Your February weather guide
WarmWeather in Florida in February
Yes, February is a good time for Florida if you want warm days rather than intense heat. Average highs of 23°C make spending time outdoors comfortable, while nights around 16°C call for an extra layer. The sea averages 24°C, so swimming is a reasonable part of the plan. The catch is variability: cooler spells and some rain mean this is not a month to pack only swimwear and expect uninterrupted sunshine.
Long-term climate averages for Orlando, not a forecast · 1991-2020
Florida, month by month
Your snapshot
At a glance
The useful details for Orlando.
- Average daytime high
- 23.1°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 27°C
- Average night-time low
- 15.6°C
- coldest 10% of nights: 10°C or lower
- Compared with London
- +15.2°C
- London averages 7.9°C in February
- Sea temperature
- 23.7°C
- year to year: 23°C to 25°C
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 5.8h
- 52% of 11.1 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 7
- 46 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 73%
- Days over 25°C
- 38%
- 0% over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 30.5°C
- 2018-02-20
- Record low 1991-2020
- -2.0°C
- 1996-02-05
- Flight from London
- ≈ 9 h 30 min
- 6988 km, long-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 Florida. Within United States it is 3rd of 6 (United States in February). Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Florida is 15.2°C warmer by day and 13.6°C warmer at night.
Daytime and night-time in February
The typical February day in Florida peaks at 23.1°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 27.0°C or more. Roughly 1 in 3 days top 25°C and 1 in 333 pass 30°C. Nights average 15.6°C; one night in ten drops to 9.9°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day here reached 30.5°C (2018-02-20) and the coldest night -2.0°C (1996-02-05).
Rain in February
Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 7 days with 1 mm or more, 46 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 2020 with 138 mm, the driest 2000 with 4 mm. Humidity averages 73%.
Sea temperature in February
The sea averages 23.7°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 22.8°C to 24.6°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (29.9°C).
Sunshine and daylight
Around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.1 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:04 and sets about 18:15 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 48%.
Is February a good time to visit Florida?
It is a reasonable choice: warm days. The best months for Florida on our scoring are March, April, November; months averaging 25°C or more: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov.
Warm by UK standards, but keep a layer handy
Florida's average February high is around 15°C above London's, so the change should feel substantial without usually being very hot. Days reach 25°C about 38% of the time, making light clothing useful, though you should not count on that warmth throughout your stay. The warmest 10% of days reach 27°C or more, when shade and a gentler pace at midday may appeal. Evenings need more thought: the coldest 10% of nights fall to around 10°C or below. Pack a jumper or light jacket and long trousers alongside your daytime clothes. This balance suits travellers who prefer comfortable outdoor weather to persistent heat.
Plan for sunshine with occasional wet days
February brings about 7 rainy days, so leave some flexibility rather than making every plan depend on dry weather. A light waterproof is a sensible addition to your bag. There are about 5.8 hours of sunshine within 11.1 hours of daylight each day: useful time outdoors, but not a promise of clear skies from morning to evening. Put weather-dependent activities on the brighter days and keep an alternative for wet spells. Sun protection still belongs in your daily routine. Overall, the weather makes February a workable choice for a mixed holiday, with time outside and room to adjust when conditions change.
A little perspective
Florida 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 | 21.9°C | 14.6°C | 23.9°C | 5.1 | 54 | 7 | 25% |
| FebruarySelected | 23.1°C | 15.6°C | 23.7°C | 5.8 | 46 | 7 | 38% |
| Marchbest | 24.9°C | 16.9°C | 24.2°C | 6.4 | 56 | 7 | 56% |
| Aprilbest | 27.1°C | 19.3°C | 25.4°C | 7.1 | 56 | 8 | 81% |
| May | 29.1°C | 21.7°C | 26.8°C | 7.4 | 86 | 11 | 97% |
| June | 30.1°C | 24.1°C | 28.5°C | 5.1 | 160 | 20 | 100% |
| July | 30.8°C | 24.9°C | 29.5°C | 5.1 | 138 | 21 | 100% |
| August | 30.6°C | 25.0°C | 29.9°C | 4.7 | 160 | 23 | 100% |
| September | 29.6°C | 24.3°C | 29.3°C | 4.4 | 152 | 20 | 100% |
| October | 27.7°C | 21.9°C | 28.0°C | 5.5 | 95 | 13 | 91% |
| Novemberbest | 25.1°C | 18.6°C | 26.3°C | 5.5 | 48 | 7 | 62% |
| December | 23.0°C | 16.2°C | 24.9°C | 5.1 | 48 | 7 | 38% |
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
Florida in February FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Florida hot in February?
Florida is warm in February: the average daytime high is 23.1°C and nights average 15.6°C. Roughly 1 in 3 February days reach 25°C.
Can you swim in the sea in Florida in February?
The sea around Florida averages 23.7°C in February, which is warm enough for most people to swim comfortably. Between 1991 and 2020 it ranged from 23°C to 25°C depending on the year.
How much does it rain in Florida in February?
Florida sees about 7 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 46 mm of rain in a typical February. The wettest February between 1991 and 2020 was 2020 (138 mm) and the driest was 2000 (4 mm).
How sunny is Florida in February?
Florida gets around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day in February out of 11.1 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Florida compare with the UK in February?
Florida is on average 15.2°C warmer than London by day in February (23.1°C against 7.9°C).
What is the hottest February on record in Florida?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day in Florida reached 30.5°C on 2018-02-20, and the coldest night dropped to -2.0°C on 1996-02-05.
Is the sea warm enough to swim in February?
Yes, the average sea temperature is 23.7°C, which is suitable for swimming. The year-to-year range is 23°C to 25°C. That makes sea swimming a realistic option, though how comfortable you feel will still depend on your own tolerance.
How long is the flight from London?
The flight from London takes about 9 h 30 min, so this is a long-haul choice for warmer weather. February offers a clear temperature improvement on the UK, but weigh that against the journey if you mainly want a short break.
Is February the best month to go for the weather?
February is a reasonable choice for warmth without intense heat, but March, April and November are stronger overall weather choices. If your timing is flexible, consider those months; February still suits travellers happy to allow for cool evenings and some rain.
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 Orlando. Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 2 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