Late winter · Weather & things to do
Siena in February
Siena edges warmer than January, with highs of 49°F (9°C), lows of 33°F (1°C) and about 2.5 in (64 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 58/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 49°F (9°C)
- Avg low
- 33°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 2.5 in (64 mm)
- Humidity
- 85%
- Cloud cover
- 67%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 17 min
- Comfort score
- 58/100 · Fair
What February feels like
Afternoons only reach about 49°F (9°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 33°F (1°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.5 in (64 mm).
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April – June and September & October.
- Comfort improves from 54/100 in January to 58/100.
- Our Tuscany Hill Towns route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Insulated jackethighs only 49°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.5 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Siena in February
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
Museo dell'Opera del Duomo
Cathedral museum holding Duccio's Maestà altarpiece; climb to the Facciatone for a view over the Campo.
Osteria Le Logge
Old pharmacy turned restaurant serving refined Tuscan food.
Antica Drogheria Manganelli
Grocery since 1879 selling panforte, local wine and oils.
Siena Cathedral
Striped marble cathedral with an inlaid floor and the Piccolomini Library.
Torre del Mangia
Tall tower above Palazzo Pubblico with views of Siena's rooftops.
Nearby in February
- Chianti in February~18 mi · highs 50°F, 2.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Val d'Orcia in February~24 mi · highs 47°F, 2.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Florence in February~31 mi · highs 50°F, 2.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Piran in February~188 mi · highs 47°F, 3.2 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.
Siena in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Siena?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 58/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are April – June and September & October. Expect highs of 49°F (9°C) and 2.5 in (64 mm) of rain. Our Tuscany Hill Towns route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Siena in February?
Average highs are 49°F (9°C) and average lows 33°F (1°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Siena in February?
Some: about 2.5 in (64 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.6 in (727 mm).
What should I pack for Siena in February?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 49°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.5 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Siena in February?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.