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Alicante in February: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Alicante in February will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Alicante, based on historical data.
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February

Weather in Alicante in February 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Cold water
Planning a trip to Alicante in February? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +15°C and approximately 14 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 7 rainy days and 21 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+15°C
Avg. max. temperature
0°C
Min.
+28°C
Max.
21 mm
Total precipitation
64%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
14 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Alicante has good weather in February.

Average temperature in Alicante in February

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Alicante for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in February is +15°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +21°C during the day and a minimum of +4°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 12% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +14°C to +16°C.

Is Alicante warm or cold in February?

Alicante is typically mild in February.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +15°C to +15°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +9°C to +9°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

February is one of the coolest months in Alicante, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Alicante in February

Water in Alicante in February is Cold. It varies from +13°C to +15°C, with an average of +14°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +15°C.

The water temperature in February is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Alicante are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +26°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +14°C.

Can you swim in Alicante in February?

We would not recommend swimming in Alicante in February, the water is very cold (+14°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Alicante in February

Alicante weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Avg. temperature
+15°C+15°C+17°C
Min. temperature
0°C0°C+1°C
Max. temperature
+28°C+28°C+31°C
Rainfall
33 mm21 mm29 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+15°C+14°C+14°C
Humidity
64%64%64%
Air pressure
1020 HPa1018 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
171416
Cloudy days
678
Rainy days
877
Snowy days
000

February weather is still as good as in January. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +15°C for average maximum temperature during the day. As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 33 mm to 21 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 64%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 3 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 17 sunny days in January to 14 in February.

March brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Alicante in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Alicante is gradually increasing during February, going from 2 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Alicante based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 14% chance of rain on an average day in February, with total rainfall of approximately 8 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 4 mm, which is considered light rain. Alicante is amazing in February with as little as 4 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Alicante wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 26% chance of precipitation and 39 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 3 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last February in Alicante?

This is the weather in Alicante in February 2023:
1 February
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+14°C
2 February
☀️
+15°C
3 February
☀️
+15°C
4 February
☀️
+20°C
5 February
☀️
+16°C
6 February
🌧️
+14°C
7 February
☁️
+13°C
8 February
🌧️
+15°C
9 February
☁️
+13°C
10 February
☁️
+13°C
11 February
☁️
+12°C
12 February
☁️
+13°C
13 February
☁️
+14°C
14 February
☁️
+14°C
15 February
☀️
+15°C
16 February
☀️
+16°C
17 February
☀️
+15°C
18 February
☀️
+14°C
19 February
☀️
+17°C
20 February
☀️
+17°C
21 February
☀️
+19°C
22 February
☀️
+21°C
23 February
☁️
+16°C
24 February
🌧️
+14°C
25 February
☀️
+17°C
26 February
☀️
+16°C
27 February
☀️
+12°C
28 February
☀️
+16°C
In February 2023 Alicante had 17 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +15°C, with an absolute maximum of +21°C and a minimum of +12°C. The average humidity was 67%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 21%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Alicante climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Alicante in February has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1993 (+20°C) and the highest in 2022 (+24°C). The driest year was 1995 with only 126 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 672 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Alicante in February:

Is February a good time to visit Alicante?

February is a really good time to go to Alicante. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Alicante.

Can you sunbathe in Alicante in February?

February has mild temperatures in Alicante. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Alicante in February?

Swimming in Alicante in February is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Alicante rainy in February?

Alicante is usually dry in February. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Alicante in February?

The amount of sunny days in Alicante during February varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Spain

Check out the weather for other cities in Spain.

Monthly weather in Alicante

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Alicante, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.