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Victoria in February
Little changes in Victoria 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 57 min
- Comfort score
- 48/100 · Fair
What February feels like
Afternoons only reach about 46°F (8°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
Lows average 39°F (4°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.3 in (84 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 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 Vancouver, Whistler & Victoria route recommends Jun – 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 places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Victoria in February
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
Red Fish Blue Fish
Takeout fish-and-chip shack built from a shipping container on the harbour pier.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 46°F.
Craigdarroch Castle
1890 Victorian mansion of a coal baron, with stained glass and period rooms.
Fisherman's Wharf
Floating homes and seafood stands; harbour seals often surface for scraps.
Spinnakers Gastro Brewpub
Canada's oldest brewpub, opened in 1984, with harbour views and house ales.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Afternoon Tea at the Fairmont Empress
Long-running tea service in the Lobby Lounge of the 1908 harbourfront hotel.
Why now A cozy break on a 46°F day.
Nearby in February
- San Juan Island in February~18 mi · highs 46°F, 3.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Olympic NP in February~45 mi · highs 31°F, 6.4 in rain or snow · 8°C (14°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Vancouver in February~60 mi · highs 42°F, 6.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Bainbridge Island in February~68 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.
Victoria in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Victoria?
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 Vancouver, Whistler & Victoria route recommends Jun – Sep, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Victoria 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 Victoria 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 Victoria 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 places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Victoria in February?
Share this February plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.