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Sonoma in February
Sonoma edges warmer than January, with highs of 59°F (15°C), lows of 42°F (5°C) and about 4.8 in (123 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 74/100, 10th of 12.
- Avg high
- 59°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 42°F (5°C)
- Rain
- 4.8 in (123 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 53%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 34 min
- Comfort score
- 74/100 · Good
What February feels like
Days are mild at around 59°F (15°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 42°F (5°C).
Expect regular rain: about 4.8 in (123 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around February
February sits mid-table; the best months are April – June and October & November.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, December – February.
- Comfort improves from 70/100 in January to 74/100.
- Our California Wine Country route recommends Apr – Oct, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 42°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Sonoma in February
With 4.8 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Glen Ellen Star
Small wood-fired kitchen serving pizzas, roasted vegetables and local wines.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 4.8 in of rain.
Gundlach Bundschu Winery
Family winery since 1858, with hillside vineyards and a relaxed tasting room.
Why now Easy to slot in when February's rain moves in.
Buena Vista Winery
California's oldest commercial winery (1857), with historic stone cellars.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter February days.
Mission San Francisco Solano
The last of California's 21 missions, part of Sonoma State Historic Park.
Sonoma Plaza
California's largest town square, ringed by tasting rooms and shops.
Nearby in February
- Napa in February~18 mi · highs 56°F, 4.8 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Healdsburg in February~31 mi · highs 57°F, 6.3 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, wetter
- San Francisco in February~36 mi · highs 58°F, 4.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Old Sacramento Waterfront in February~55 mi · highs 60°F, 3.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~266 m to Sonoma's ~26 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Sonoma in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Sonoma?
It's middling, scoring 74/100. The best months are April – June and October & November, at up to 100. Expect highs of 59°F (15°C) and 4.8 in (123 mm) of rain. Our California Wine Country route recommends Apr – Oct, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Sonoma in February?
Average highs are 59°F (15°C) and average lows 42°F (5°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Sonoma in February?
Yes: about 4.8 in (123 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 27.1 in (689 mm).
What should I pack for Sonoma in February?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 42°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Sonoma in February?
Share this February plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.