Late winter · Weather & things to do
Old Sacramento Waterfront in February
Old Sacramento Waterfront edges warmer than January, with highs of 60°F (16°C), lows of 42°F (6°C) and about 3.7 in (94 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 79/100, 6th of 12.
- Avg high
- 60°F (16°C)
- Avg low
- 42°F (6°C)
- Rain
- 3.7 in (94 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 53%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 33 min
- Comfort score
- 79/100 · Great
What February feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 60°F (16°C), good for long walks.
Nights cool to an average low of 42°F (6°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.7 in (94 mm).
Plan around February
February sits mid-table; the best months are March – May and October & November.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, December – February.
- Comfort improves from 73/100 in January to 79/100.
- Our Sacramento 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
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 42°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 Old Sacramento Waterfront in February
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Old Sacramento State Historic Park
Blocks of Gold Rush-era brick buildings, wooden boardwalks and shops along the river, strung with lights for the holidays.
Why now February scores 79/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
California State Railroad Museum
Restored locomotives and rail cars in a big hall at the north end of Old Sac, including a sleeper car you can walk through.
The Firehouse Restaurant
A special-night restaurant in an 1853 firehouse in Old Sacramento, with a courtyard and a long wine list.
Ella Dining Room & Bar
A downtown dining room near the Capitol with seasonal California cooking and a busy bar.
Nearby in February
- Napa in February~42 mi · highs 56°F, 4.8 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Sonoma in February~55 mi · highs 59°F, 4.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Healdsburg in February~74 mi · highs 57°F, 6.3 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
- San Francisco in February~75 mi · highs 58°F, 4.0 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Capitol Park & Midtown.
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.
Old Sacramento Waterfront in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Old Sacramento Waterfront?
It's middling, scoring 79/100. The best months are March – May and October & November, at up to 100. Expect highs of 60°F (16°C) and 3.7 in (94 mm) of rain.
How cold is Old Sacramento Waterfront in February?
Average highs are 60°F (16°C) and average lows 42°F (6°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Old Sacramento Waterfront in February?
Some: about 3.7 in (94 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 22.3 in (567 mm).
What should I pack for Old Sacramento Waterfront in February?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 42°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).
More on Old Sacramento Waterfront
Planning Old Sacramento Waterfront in February?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.