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San Juan Island in February
Little changes in San Juan Island from January: highs stay near 46°F (8°C), lows near 39°F (4°C), and about 3.3 in (84 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 48/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 46°F (8°C)
- Avg low
- 39°F (4°C)
- Rain
- 3.3 in (84 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 76%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 56 min
- Comfort score
- 48/100 · Fair
What February feels like
Afternoons only reach about 46°F (8°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 39°F (4°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.3 in (84 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 76%.
Plan around February
February sits mid-table; the best months are June – September.
- Comfort improves from 37/100 in January to 48/100.
- Our Puget Sound Islands route recommends May – Sep, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Insulated jackethighs only 46°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.3 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in San Juan Island in February
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
The Whale Museum
Small Friday Harbor museum on the Southern Resident orcas and local research.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 46°F.
Duck Soup
Long-running island restaurant using local produce and seafood.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 46°F.
English Camp
British garrison site with restored buildings and a Young Hill hike.
The Farm at Krystal Acres
Working alpaca farm in the island's west valley, with pastures to walk and a barn shop of alpaca-wool goods.
San Juan Island Brewing Company
Brewpub two blocks from the ferry with pizzas and a patio.
Nearby in February
- Victoria in February~18 mi · highs 46°F, 3.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Vancouver in February~52 mi · highs 42°F, 6.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Olympic NP in February~57 mi · highs 31°F, 6.4 in rain or snow · 8°C (14°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Bainbridge Island in February~67 mi · highs 47°F, 4.3 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.
San Juan Island in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit San Juan Island?
It's middling, scoring 48/100. The best months are June – September, at up to 95. Expect highs of 46°F (8°C) and 3.3 in (84 mm) of rain. Our Puget Sound Islands route recommends May – Sep, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is San Juan Island in February?
Average highs are 46°F (8°C) and average lows 39°F (4°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in San Juan Island in February?
Some: about 3.3 in (84 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 39.0 in (991 mm).
What should I pack for San Juan Island in February?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 46°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.3 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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