Late winter · Weather & things to do
Big Sur in February
This is the coldest month in Big Sur: highs average 58°F (14°C) and lows 48°F (9°C), with about 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 78/100 is still Good, though it ranks 11th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 58°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 48°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 3.4 in (86 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 48%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 40 min
- Comfort score
- 78/100 · Great
What February feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 58°F (14°C), good for long walks.
Lows average 48°F (9°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.4 in (86 mm).
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May – October.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, December – February.
- Comfort holds steady from January (78 → 78/100).
- Our Pacific Coast Highway route recommends Apr – Oct, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 48°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.4 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Big Sur in February
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Pfeiffer Beach
Purple-streaked sand and Keyhole Arch at the end of narrow Sycamore Canyon Road.
Why now February scores 78/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Point Sur Lightstation
Guided tours of an 1889 lighthouse atop a volcanic rock.
Big Sur River Inn
Roadside inn where you can sit in chairs set in the river with a drink.
Why now Highs near 58°F and 3.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nepenthe
Clifftop restaurant since 1949 with long coastal views from the terrace.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
McWay Falls
80-foot waterfall dropping onto a cove beach, reached by a short flat path.
Nearby in February
- Monterey & Carmel in February~23 mi · highs 58°F, 3.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- San Simeon in February~54 mi · highs 53°F, 2.8 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- San Francisco in February~109 mi · highs 58°F, 4.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Sonoma in February~144 mi · highs 59°F, 4.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Big Sur in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Big Sur?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 78/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are May – October. Expect highs of 58°F (14°C) and 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain. Our Pacific Coast Highway route recommends Apr – Oct, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Big Sur in February?
Average highs are 58°F (14°C) and average lows 48°F (9°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Big Sur in February?
Some: about 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 18.9 in (480 mm).
What should I pack for Big Sur in February?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 48°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.4 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Big Sur in February?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.