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Monterey & Carmel in February
This is the coldest month in Monterey & Carmel: highs average 58°F (15°C) and lows 49°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 (15°C)
- Avg low
- 49°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 3.4 in (86 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 48%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 39 min
- Comfort score
- 78/100 · Great
What February feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 58°F (15°C), good for long walks.
Lows average 49°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 49°F
- 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 Monterey & Carmel in February
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Old Fisherman's Grotto
Family-run Fisherman's Wharf seafood house known for its clam chowder.
Mission San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo
Restored 1771 mission with a stone basilica, gardens and museum rooms.
La Bicyclette
French-Italian bistro in Carmel village with wood-fired dishes.
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Kelp forest tank, sea otters and open-ocean exhibits on the edge of the bay.
Carmel Beach
White-sand beach at the foot of Ocean Avenue with cypress-framed sunsets.
Why now February scores 78/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in February
- Big Sur in February~23 mi · highs 58°F, 3.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- San Simeon in February~75 mi · highs 53°F, 2.8 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- San Francisco in February~86 mi · highs 58°F, 4.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Sonoma in February~121 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.
Monterey & Carmel in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Monterey & Carmel?
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 (15°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 Monterey & Carmel in February?
Average highs are 58°F (15°C) and average lows 49°F (9°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Monterey & Carmel 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 Monterey & Carmel in February?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 49°F), 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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