California

What's the weather like in California in February?

Located on the west coast of the United States along the Pacific Ocean, the state of California has a Mediterranean-style climate with short, mild winters and long, warm summers. In February the state is sunny, cool and sometimes wet, so if you visit at this time of year you’ll need to pack cosy layers and a waterproof coat. The warmest weather is in the south of the state including Los Angeles, while further north cities including San Francisco are usually cooler.

Averages

In Los Angeles, the average daytime temperature hovers around a cool 13°C, while the afternoons are usually quite mild with highs of 18°C. After dark the temperature dips to a low of 8°C, so warm clothes are a must for evenings out. Around 75mm of rain is expected during the month. Further north in San Francisco, the weather’s slightly cooler with an average temperature of 11°C, highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. The city is also a little wetter, with 100mm of rain forecast in February.