Late winter · Weather & things to do
Downtown St. Petersburg in February
Downtown St. Petersburg edges warmer than January, with highs of 71°F (22°C), lows of 54°F (12°C) and about 2.6 in (65 mm) of rain.
At 91/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 71°F (22°C)
- Avg low
- 54°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 2.6 in (65 mm)
- Humidity
- 78%
- Cloud cover
- 49%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 03 min
- Comfort score
- 91/100 · Great
What February feels like
Highs settle around 71°F (22°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Lows average 54°F (12°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.6 in (65 mm).
Plan around February
February is one of Downtown St. Petersburg's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 71°F, up from 68°F in January.
- Comfort holds steady from January (89 → 91/100).
- Our Tampa New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — February falls outside it.
What to pack for February
- Light, breathable clothes71°F afternoons
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Downtown St. Petersburg in February
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Salvador Dali Museum
The largest Dali collection outside Europe, in a concrete box wrapped by a glass bubble on the bay.
Fort De Soto Park
County park on five keys at the mouth of Tampa Bay, with white-sand beaches, a 1898 fort and fishing piers.
Why now February scores 91/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Sunken Gardens
Century-old botanical garden in a sinkhole, with waterfalls, flamingos and thousands of tropical plants.
Why now Highs near 71°F and 2.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Ted Peters Famous Smoked Fish
Roadside smokehouse since 1951 serving mullet and mackerel smoked over red oak, with smoked-fish spread.
Nearby in February
- Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk in February~16 mi · highs 71°F, 2.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Walt Disney World in February~78 mi · highs 73°F, 2.2 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Winter Park in February~96 mi · highs 74°F, 2.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- St. Augustine in February~167 mi · highs 66°F, 3.2 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, 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.
Downtown St. Petersburg in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Downtown St. Petersburg?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 91/100. Expect highs of 71°F (22°C) and 2.6 in (65 mm) of rain.
How hot is Downtown St. Petersburg in February?
Average highs are 71°F (22°C) and average lows 54°F (12°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Downtown St. Petersburg in February?
Some: about 2.6 in (65 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 56.7 in (1441 mm).
What should I pack for Downtown St. Petersburg in February?
Bring light, breathable clothes (71°F afternoons), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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