Costa Brava · February
Low seasonSpain · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 14° (57°)6– (43–)19 (66) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)21 (70) | 17° (63°)10– (50–)23 (73) | 19° (66°)13– (55–)25 (77) | 23° (73°)15– (59–)27 (81) | 28° (82°)21– (70–)33 (91) | 31° (88°)25– (77–)34 (93) | 30° (86°)23– (73–)35 (95) | 27° (81°)19– (66–)31 (88) | 23° (73°)16– (61–)27 (81) | 17° (63°)11– (52–)22 (72) | 14° (57°)8– (46–)19 (66) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 3° (37°)-3– (27–)8 (46) | 4° (39°)-2– (28–)8 (46) | 6° (43°)-1– (30–)11 (52) | 9° (48°)2– (36–)13 (55) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)16 (61) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)20 (68) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)22 (72) | 19° (66°)13– (55–)22 (72) | 16° (61°)10– (50–)20 (68) | 13° (55°)6– (43–)18 (64) | 7° (45°)0– (32–)13 (55) | 4° (39°)-2– (28–)10 (50) |
☀️Sunshine | 6h UV 4 | 6h UV 5 | 7h UV 6 | 9h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 10h UV 9 | 11h UV 9 | 10h UV 8 | 8h UV 7 | 7h UV 5 | 6h UV 4 | 5h UV 4 |
🌊Water Temp | 14° (57°) | 13° (55°) | 14° (57°) | 15° (59°) | 17° (63°) | 21° (70°) | 24° (75°) | 25° (77°) | 23° (73°) | 20° (68°) | 18° (64°) | 15° (59°) |
🌧Rain Days | 3d44mm (1.7") | 4d45mm (1.8") | 5d63mm (2.5") | 5d54mm (2.1") | 6d57mm (2.2") | 4d39mm (1.5") | 3d31mm (1.2") | 4d42mm (1.6") | 5d63mm (2.5") | 5d70mm (2.8") | 4d70mm (2.8") | 2d23mm (0.9") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
February in Costa Brava is on the cool side — with highs around 15°C (59°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 15°C (59°F) during the day and drop to 4°C (39°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 21°C (70°F), the coldest nights around -2°C (28°F) — frost does occur. The sun shines an average of 6 hours per day; there are 4 rain days with 45 mm (1.8 in) total. At 13°C (55°F), the water is still quite cool in February — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Packing list for Costa Brava in February
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is February a good time to visit Costa Brava?
- February is not an optimal month for Costa Brava (Score: 51/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Costa Brava in February?
- In February, Costa Brava sees daily highs of 15°C (59°F). Nights cool to 4°C (39°F), with a daily average of 9°C (48°F). Peaks reach around 21°C (70°F), the coldest nights around -2°C (28°F) — frost does occur.
- How much rain falls in Costa Brava in February?
- In February, Costa Brava receives an average of 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Costa Brava get in February?
- Costa Brava averages 6 sunshine hours per day in February — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Costa Brava in February?
- Water temperature in Costa Brava in February averages 13°C (55°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.