01Weather
San Francisco weather in February
Afternoons in February average 16.8 °C (62 °F) and nights cool to 6.8 °C (44 °F). The month brings about 70 mm (2.7 in) of rain spread over roughly 7 days. Compared with January it is 1.6 °C warmer; March is 0.4 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical February | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 22 °C / 71 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 13 °C / 55 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 3 °C / 37 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 0.0 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.1 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 24 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest February day 2016–2025 | 28.9 °C / -0.5 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 February | 07:13 | 17:32 | 10.3 h |
| 15 February | 06:59 | 17:48 | 10.8 h |
| 28 February | 06:42 | 18:01 | 11.3 h |
Daylight grows by about 60 minutes over the month. Times are local (America/Los_Angeles).
03Crowds
How busy San Francisco is in February
quiet The main sights are quiet in February. What drives it:
- Chinese New Year parade
- Presidents' Day weekend
- rain
04Public holidays
Public holidays in February 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 15 Feb 2027 | Presidents Day |
On public holidays many shops close and museums run on Sunday hours; check opening times for the day before and after as well.
05Events
What's on in San Francisco in February
Every year in February
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chinese New Year Parade | February, Chinatown | parade |
07Packing
What to pack for San Francisco in February
- a warm jacket or coat
- scarf for windy evenings
- closed, water-resistant shoes
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
February is still rainy but milder, with afternoons around 16 °C, the Chinese New Year parade bringing the biggest crowd of the winter to Chinatown on a Saturday evening and Presidents' Day a busy weekend. Between storms the hills are green and the light is sharp. Rates remain low outside the parade weekend. Rain falls on about ten days.
The cherry and plum trees in Japantown and the Botanical Garden bloom from mid-February. Whale watching continues. The Noise Pop music festival fills the clubs in late February. The Golden Gate Bridge is at its clearest in the winter air after a storm. For spring break, the Game Developers Conference and the first dry weeks, see March.
09Compare
San Francisco month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15 °C | 7 °C | 7 | – | quiet | Good |
| February | 17 °C | 7 °C | 7 | – | quiet | Good |
| March | 17 °C | 8 °C | 8 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| April | 19 °C | 10 °C | 5 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| May | 20 °C | 12 °C | 2 | – | busy | Excellent |
| June | 22 °C | 13 °C | 0 | – | very busy | Good |
| July | 22 °C | 14 °C | 0 | – | very busy | Good |
| August | 23 °C | 15 °C | 0 | – | very busy | Good |
| September | 24 °C | 14 °C | 0 | – | very busy | Good |
| October | 23 °C | 11 °C | 2 | – | busy | Excellent |
| November | 18 °C | 8 °C | 5 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| December | 15 °C | 6 °C | 8 | – | moderate | Good |
Not sure about February? See the best time to visit San Francisco.
10Elsewhere
February in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles in February | 19 °C | 1 |
| Las Vegas in February | 17 °C | 0 |
| Vancouver in February | 7 °C | 16 |
| Toronto in February | 2 °C | 10 |
| Cancún in February | 28 °C | – |
| Orlando in February | 25 °C | 3 |
11FAQ
San Francisco in February: your questions
Is February a good time to visit San Francisco?
February is a good month to visit San Francisco. Daytime highs average 17 °C (62 °F), rain falls on about 7 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are quiet.
What is the weather like in San Francisco in February?
Expect cool days around 17 °C (62 °F) and nights near 7 °C (44 °F). One February in ten brings afternoons above 22 °C, and one in ten stays below 13 °C.
Does it rain a lot in San Francisco in February?
February brings about 70 mm (2.7 in) of rain over roughly 7 days, which is fairly dry by San Francisco standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 24 percent.
What should I wear in San Francisco in February?
Pack a warm jacket or coat, scarf for windy evenings, closed, water-resistant shoes.
Is San Francisco crowded in February?
The main sights are quiet in February. Main drivers: Chinese New Year parade; Presidents' Day weekend; rain.
What time does it get dark in San Francisco in February?
Around the middle of February the sun sets at about 17:48 and rises at 06:59, giving 10.8 hours of daylight.