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Faro in February: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Faro in February and see if it is worth visiting.
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February

Weather in Faro in February 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Fresh water
Are you considering a trip to Faro in February? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +16°C and about 14 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 8 rainy days and 48 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+16°C
Avg. max. temperature
+3°C
Min.
+23°C
Max.
48 mm
Total precipitation
75%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
14 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Faro has good weather in February.

Average temperature in Faro in February

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

The temperature in February is +16°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +18°C during the day and a minimum of +4°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +15°C to +15°C.

Is Faro warm or cold in February?

Faro is typically mild in February.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +15°C to +16°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +10°C to +10°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 Faro, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Faro in February

Water in Faro in February is Fresh. It varies from +15°C to +17°C, with an average of +16°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +16°C.

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

The warmest water temperatures in Faro are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +22°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +16°C.

Can you swim in Faro in February?

Water temperature (+16°C) in Faro in February might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
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
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Faro in February

Faro weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Avg. temperature
+15°C+16°C+18°C
Min. temperature
+2°C+3°C+3°C
Max. temperature
+20°C+23°C+25°C
Rainfall
56 mm48 mm47 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+17°C+16°C+16°C
Humidity
76%75%72%
Air pressure
1021 HPa1019 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
141416
Cloudy days
665
Rainy days
988
Snowy days
000

February often has better weather than January. It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +15°C to +16°C during the day. As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 56 mm to 48 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 76% to 75%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 3 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 14 sunny days during the month.

March brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 9 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

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

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Faro based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in February stands at 14%, leading to total precipitation of around 13 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 7 mm, which is considered light rain. Faro 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:
Faro wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 32% chance of precipitation and 88 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last February in Faro?

This is the weather in Faro in February 2023:
1 February
☀️
+15°C
2 February
☀️
+16°C
3 February
☀️
+17°C
4 February
☀️
+16°C
5 February
☀️
+18°C
6 February
☀️
+17°C
7 February
☀️
+16°C
8 February
🌧️
+15°C
9 February
🌧️
+16°C
10 February
☀️
+15°C
11 February
☁️
+15°C
12 February
☀️
+15°C
13 February
☀️
+17°C
14 February
☁️
+17°C
15 February
☀️
+16°C
16 February
☀️
+18°C
17 February
☀️
+17°C
18 February
☀️
+18°C
19 February
☀️
+18°C
20 February
☀️
+18°C
21 February
☀️
+18°C
22 February
☀️
+18°C
23 February
☀️
+16°C
24 February
☀️
+15°C
25 February
🌧️
+15°C
26 February
☀️
+17°C
27 February
☀️
+16°C
28 February
☀️
+15°C
In February 2023 Faro had 23 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +16°C, with an absolute maximum of +18°C and a minimum of +15°C. The average humidity was 71%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 29%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in February?

Climate Change over Years

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

The climate in Faro 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 2017 (+23°C). The driest year was 2023 with only 200 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1989 with 986 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Faro in February:

Is February a good time to visit Faro?

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

Can you sunbathe in Faro in February?

February has mild temperatures in Faro. 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 Faro in February?

In general, you can swim in Faro in February, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +16°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Faro rainy in February?

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

Is it sunny in Faro in February?

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

Other cities in Portugal

Check out the weather for other cities in Portugal.

Monthly weather in Faro

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Faro, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

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.