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Porto in February: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Porto in February 2025

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
February could be a good time to visit Porto, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +14°C, and there are typically 10 sunny days in February. However, expect about 12 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 102 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+14°C
Avg. max. temperature
0°C
Min.
+23°C
Max.
102 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Porto has OK weather in February.

Average temperature in Porto in February

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

The expected average maximum temperature in February is +16°C with a maximum of +21°C and a minimum of +2°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 11% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +14°C to +12°C.

Is Porto warm or cold in February?

Porto is typically mild in February.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +13°C to +14°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +7°C to +8°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 Porto, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Porto in February

Water in Porto 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 +14°C.

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

The warmest water temperatures in Porto are reached in September, when the average sea temperature rises to +18°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +14°C.

Can you swim in Porto in February?

We would not recommend swimming in Porto 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 Porto in February

Porto weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Avg. temperature
+13°C+14°C+16°C
Min. temperature
-1°C0°C0°C
Max. temperature
+22°C+23°C+28°C
Rainfall
128 mm102 mm90 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+14°C+14°C+14°C
Humidity
78%76%74%
Air pressure
1021 HPa1019 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
111011
Cloudy days
656
Rainy days
141213
Snowy days
000

February weather is still as ok as in January. It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +13°C to +14°C during the day. As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 128 mm to 102 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 78% to 76%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 3 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 11 sunny days in January to 10 in February.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in March as the weather gets better.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

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

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Porto based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in February is about 5 mm, with a 14% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 2 mm, which is considered light rain. Porto 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:
Porto wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 50% chance of precipitation and 151 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 19% chance of precipitation and 14 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last February in Porto?

This is the weather in Porto in February 2023:
1 February
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+14°C
2 February
☀️
+15°C
3 February
☀️
+17°C
4 February
☀️
+16°C
5 February
☀️
+17°C
6 February
☀️
+16°C
7 February
☀️
+15°C
8 February
☀️
+15°C
9 February
☀️
+16°C
10 February
☀️
+16°C
11 February
☀️
+15°C
12 February
☀️
+16°C
13 February
☀️
+18°C
14 February
☀️
+19°C
15 February
☀️
+19°C
16 February
☀️
+18°C
17 February
☀️
+21°C
18 February
☀️
+18°C
19 February
☀️
+19°C
20 February
☀️
+19°C
21 February
☁️
+15°C
22 February
☀️
+14°C
23 February
☀️
+11°C
24 February
☀️
+11°C
25 February
🌧️
+9°C
26 February
☀️
+14°C
27 February
☀️
+13°C
28 February
☀️
+12°C
In February 2023 Porto had 26 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +16°C, with an absolute maximum of +21°C and a minimum of +9°C. The average humidity was 62%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 29%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in February?

Climate Change over Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+17°C) and the highest in 2022 (+20°C). The driest year was 2007 with only 565 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 1854 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Porto in February:

Is February a good time to visit Porto?

It’s always a good time to visit Porto, but the weather is changeable in February, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Porto in February?

February has mild temperatures in Porto. 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 Porto in February?

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

Is Porto rainy in February?

Porto 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 Porto in February?

The amount of sunny days in Porto 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 Porto

Source of the data

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