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Fort Lauderdale in February: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Fort Lauderdale in February and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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February

Weather in Fort Lauderdale in February 2025

Good Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Comfortable water
Weather for Fort Lauderdale in February is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +25°C during the day, and approximately 6 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 13 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in February around 67 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+25°C
Avg. max. temperature
+3°C
Min.
+32°C
Max.
67 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Fort Lauderdale has good weather in February.

Average temperature in Fort Lauderdale in February

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

The expected average maximum temperature in February is +28°C with a maximum of +31°C and a minimum of +13°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +28°C to +31°C.

Is Fort Lauderdale warm or cold in February?

Fort Lauderdale is typically warm in February.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +24°C to +25°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +17°C to +18°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

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

Water temperature in Fort Lauderdale in February

Water in Fort Lauderdale in February is Comfortable. It varies from +20°C to +24°C, with an average of +22°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +25°C.

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

The warmest water temperatures in Fort Lauderdale are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +30°C. The coldest water temperatures are in January, with an average of +22°C.

Can you swim in Fort Lauderdale in February?

The water in Fort Lauderdale in February is pretty comfortable (+22°C in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
🦭
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
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.

Climate in Fort Lauderdale in February

Fort Lauderdale weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Avg. temperature
+24°C+25°C+26°C
Min. temperature
+1°C+3°C+2°C
Max. temperature
+30°C+32°C+33°C
Rainfall
63 mm67 mm79 mm
Wind
4 m/s4 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+22°C+22°C+23°C
Humidity
72%72%69%
Air pressure
1018 HPa1018 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
666
Cloudy days
11910
Rainy days
141313
Snowy days
000

February weather is still as good as in January. It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +24°C to +25°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 63 mm to 67 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 72%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 4 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 6 sunny days during the month.

March brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Fort Lauderdale is gradually increasing during February, going from 3 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Fort Lauderdale based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in February is about 131 mm, with a 18% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 114 mm, which is considered heavy rain. On average, there are about 5 rainy days during February, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Fort Lauderdale wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 53% chance of precipitation and 243 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 45% chance of precipitation and 63 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last February in Fort Lauderdale?

This is the weather in Fort Lauderdale in February 2023:
1 February
☀️
+28°C
2 February
☀️
+28°C
3 February
☀️
+30°C
4 February
🌧️
+24°C
5 February
🌧️
+27°C
6 February
☁️
+26°C
7 February
☁️
+25°C
8 February
☁️
+27°C
9 February
☁️
+27°C
10 February
☁️
+28°C
11 February
☁️
+29°C
12 February
☀️
+26°C
13 February
☀️
+23°C
14 February
☀️
+24°C
15 February
☀️
+26°C
16 February
☁️
+27°C
17 February
☀️
+28°C
18 February
🌧️
+26°C
19 February
🌧️
+28°C
20 February
☀️
+29°C
21 February
☁️
+29°C
22 February
☀️
+29°C
23 February
☀️
+28°C
24 February
☀️
+29°C
25 February
☁️
+28°C
26 February
☀️
+29°C
27 February
☀️
+30°C
28 February
☀️
+31°C
In February 2023 Fort Lauderdale had 15 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +28°C, with an absolute maximum of +31°C and a minimum of +23°C. The average humidity was 72%, with a maximum of 97% and a minimum of 35%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in February?

Climate Change over Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+26°C) and the highest in 2023 (+29°C). The driest year was 1990 with only 833 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 3290 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Fort Lauderdale in February:

Is February a good time to visit Fort Lauderdale?

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

Can you sunbathe in Fort Lauderdale in February?

February is warm in Fort Lauderdale. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Fort Lauderdale in February?

Yes, the water temperature in Fort Lauderdale in February is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +22°C.

Is Fort Lauderdale rainy in February?

Fort Lauderdale is often rainy in February. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Fort Lauderdale in February?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Fort Lauderdale in February, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Fort Lauderdale

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Fort Lauderdale, 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.