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San Francisco in February
San Francisco edges warmer than January, with highs of 58°F (15°C), lows of 45°F (7°C) and about 4.0 in (102 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 73/100, 10th of 12.
- Avg high
- 58°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 45°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 4.0 in (102 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 36 min
- Comfort score
- 73/100 · Good
What February feels like
Highs near 58°F (15°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Nights cool to an average low of 45°F (7°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.0 in (102 mm).
Plan around February
February sits mid-table; the best months are May – October.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, December – February.
- Comfort improves from 70/100 in January to 73/100.
- 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 45°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in San Francisco in February
February is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Pier 39 Sea Lions
Watch hundreds of California sea lions haul out on the K-Dock floats at Fisherman's Wharf.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best winter mornings.
Buena Vista Cafe
Bar at the cable car turnaround that popularized Irish coffee in the US.
Vesuvio Cafe
Two-floor bohemian bar next to City Lights, a Kerouac-era hangout since 1948.
City Lights Booksellers
Beat-era bookstore and publisher with a poetry room upstairs.
Golden Gate Bridge Welcome Center
Walk partway onto the bridge from the south end for the classic span-and-bay view.
Why now February scores 73/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in February
- Sonoma in February~36 mi · highs 59°F, 4.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Napa in February~51 mi · highs 56°F, 4.8 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Healdsburg in February~63 mi · highs 57°F, 6.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Old Sacramento Waterfront in February~75 mi · highs 60°F, 3.7 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Lands End & Ocean Beach and The Embarcadero & Ferry Building.
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.
San Francisco in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit San Francisco?
It's middling, scoring 73/100. The best months are May – October, at up to 95. Expect highs of 58°F (15°C) and 4.0 in (102 mm) of rain. Our Pacific Coast Highway route recommends Apr – Oct, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is San Francisco in February?
Average highs are 58°F (15°C) and average lows 45°F (7°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in San Francisco in February?
Some: about 4.0 in (102 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 23.0 in (585 mm).
What should I pack for San Francisco in February?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 45°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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