What February feels like in San Francisco
In San Francisco, February brings late winter. Afternoons are cool, pleasant for walking as long as you keep a layer on. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights are cool and the temperature hardly changes after dark. Moisture in the air gives the cold a damp edge.
Rain in San Francisco in February
Showers are a regular feature, arriving about one day in 4. Rainy days are intense, averaging about 10.9 mm (0.4 in) — downpours rather than drizzle. The yearly figure is similar, around 9.6 mm per wet day. It is among the three wettest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in February
Mid-month, San Francisco gets 10 h 47 min of daylight, from sunrise near 7:01 am to sunset near 5:47 pm. Since mid-January the day has gained 58 min. About 80% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, skies are mostly clear.
How February compares to the rest of the year
February is the 3rd coolest month of the year in San Francisco. Against January, the average high is 0.8°C (1.4°F) higher, with 9 mm less rain. March continues the upward trend. By March, typical highs are 15.2°C (59.4°F).
Who February suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — comfortable enough to explore on foot all day.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
Tips for visiting San Francisco in February
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Light Jacket
Cool days — a light jacket or sweater for walking around.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is San Francisco in February?
Expect around 14.6°C (58.3°F) in the afternoon and 7.4°C (45.3°F) at night, which most visitors would call cool.
Does it rain a lot in San Francisco in February?
Quite a lot — 87 mm spread over about 8 days.
What should I wear in San Francisco in February?
Based on the averages: rain protection, a light jacket and sunglasses. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is February or March better for visiting San Francisco?
February, narrowly: it ranks #9 of 12 among San Francisco's months, against #11 for the other. March has more rainy days.