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Cannon Beach in February
Little changes in Cannon Beach from January: highs stay near 48°F (9°C), lows near 39°F (4°C), and about 6.6 in (168 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 42/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 48°F (9°C)
- Avg low
- 39°F (4°C)
- Rain
- 6.6 in (168 mm)
- Humidity
- 89%
- Cloud cover
- 75%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 07 min
- Comfort score
- 42/100 · Tough
What February feels like
It's cool, with highs near 48°F (9°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Lows average 39°F (4°C).
Expect regular rain: about 6.6 in (168 mm) falls in the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 75%.
Plan around February
February sits mid-table; the best months are June – September.
- Comfort improves from 30/100 in January to 42/100.
- Our Oregon Coast Hideaways route recommends May – Sep, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Insulated jackethighs only 48°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes6.6 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Cannon Beach in February
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
Pelican Brewing Cannon Beach
Pelican's brewery and taproom a short walk from the beach.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 48°F.
Ecola Seafoods Restaurant & Market
Fish market and counter for fish and chips, chowder and Dungeness crab.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Neahkahnie Mountain Trail
Switchback climb to a summit with views down the coast to Nehalem Bay.
Cannon Beach Gallery
Nonprofit gallery of the Cannon Beach Arts Association showing regional artists.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 48°F.
Ecola State Park
Forested headland with ocean viewpoints over Indian Beach and Tillamook Rock Lighthouse.
Nearby in February
- Astoria in February~21 mi · highs 48°F, 6.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Portland in February~67 mi · highs 49°F, 5.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Yachats in February~109 mi · highs 50°F, 5.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Olympic NP in February~133 mi · highs 31°F, 6.4 in rain or snow · 9°C (17°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~165 m to Cannon Beach's ~12 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Cannon Beach in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Cannon Beach?
It's middling, scoring 42/100. The best months are June – September, at up to 97. Expect highs of 48°F (9°C) and 6.6 in (168 mm) of rain. Our Oregon Coast Hideaways route recommends May – Sep, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Cannon Beach in February?
Average highs are 48°F (9°C) and average lows 39°F (4°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Cannon Beach in February?
Yes: about 6.6 in (168 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 70.2 in (1782 mm).
What should I pack for Cannon Beach in February?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 48°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (6.6 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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Planning Cannon Beach in February?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.