Weather for Rijeka in February is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +10°C during the day, and approximately 9 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 11 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in February around 136 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+10°C
Avg. max. temperature
-13°C
Min.
+24°C
Max.
136 mm
Total precipitation
66%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Rijeka has good weather in February.
Average temperature in Rijeka in February
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Rijeka for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in February is +11°C with a maximum of +17°C and a minimum of -2°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 32% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +12°C to +6°C.
Is Rijeka warm or cold in February?
Rijeka is typically cool in February.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +9°C to +10°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +3°C to +3°C.
Pack a sweater and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
February is one of the coolest months in Rijeka, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Rijeka in February
Water in Rijeka in February is Cold. It varies from +10°C to +11°C, with an average of +11°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +10°C.
The water temperature in February is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Rijeka are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +24°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +11°C.
Can you swim in Rijeka in February?
We would not recommend swimming in Rijeka in February, the water is very cold (+11°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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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 Rijeka in February
Rijeka weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
January
February
March
Avg. temperature
+9°C
+10°C
+13°C
Min. temperature
-14°C
-13°C
-10°C
Max. temperature
+18°C
+24°C
+25°C
Rainfall
142 mm
136 mm
151 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+11°C
+11°C
+11°C
Humidity
70%
66%
65%
Air pressure
1018 HPa
1017 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
9
9
10
Cloudy days
7
6
6
Rainy days
12
11
14
Snowy days
2
1
0
February weather is still as good as in January.It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +9°C to +10°C during the day.As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 142 mm to 136 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 70% to 66%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 2 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 9 sunny days during the month.
Next month (March) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Rijeka in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 13 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Rijeka is gradually increasing during February, going from 2 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Rijeka based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in February is about 60 mm, with a 18% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 48 mm, which is moderate 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:
Rijeka wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 47% chance of precipitation and 280 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 32% chance of precipitation and 98 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during February in Rijeka based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The total snow in February is about 0 mm, with a 0% chance of snow on a typical day.
February is one of the snowiest months in Rijeka.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last February in Rijeka?
This is the weather in Rijeka in February 2023:
1 February
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+12°C
2 February
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+11°C
3 February
☀️
+13°C
4 February
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+15°C
5 February
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+6°C
6 February
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+3°C
7 February
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+6°C
8 February
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+4°C
9 February
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+5°C
10 February
☀️
+9°C
11 February
☀️
+13°C
12 February
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+14°C
13 February
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+14°C
14 February
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+16°C
15 February
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+17°C
16 February
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+14°C
17 February
🌫️
+12°C
18 February
🌫️
+11°C
19 February
🌧️
+12°C
20 February
☀️
+16°C
21 February
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+13°C
22 February
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+15°C
23 February
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+12°C
24 February
🌧️
+12°C
25 February
🌧️
+13°C
26 February
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+5°C
27 February
☁️
+4°C
28 February
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+6°C
In February 2023 Rijeka had 17 sunny days, 4 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +11°C, with an absolute maximum of +17°C and a minimum of +3°C. The average humidity was 65%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 22%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in February?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Rijeka climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Rijeka in February has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+16°C) and the highest in 2011 (+20°C). The driest year was 2003 with only 1149 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 4603 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Rijeka in February:
Is February a good time to visit Rijeka?
February is a really good time to go to Rijeka. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Rijeka.
Can you sunbathe in Rijeka in February?
Not really, February is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Rijeka in February?
Swimming in Rijeka in February is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Rijeka rainy in February?
Rijeka 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 Rijeka in February?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Rijeka in February, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Croatia
Check out the weather for other cities in Croatia.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Rijeka, 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.