February in Porto averages highs of 15 °C (58 °F) and lows of 8 °C (46 °F), with about 9 rainy days and 10 h 34 min of daylight. The sea is cold, around 14 °C (57 °F).
February weather in Porto at a glance
average high to low each dot ≈ 3 rainy days
Is February a good time to visit Porto?
Mixed weather: cool and some rain. February is usually low season in Porto: rooms are typically easier to find and cheaper.
Our rule: a month scores 2 points for comfortable average highs of 18–28 °C (1 point for 14–18 or 28–32 °C) and 2 points for 5 or fewer rainy days (1 point for 6–10). Average highs above 35 °C or below 8 °C make it a tough month whatever the rain. A rainy day here means 2 mm of rain or more. 4 points = great, 3 = good, 2 = mixed, 0–1 = tough.
Holidays and events in February 2026
- Tue 17 Feb: Carnival (Carnaval) public holiday
Banks and many shops close on public holidays, and museums may change their hours, so check before you go.
Things to do in Porto in February
February's weather suits a mix of outdoor sights and museums, so the open-air ones come first.
- Ribeira and the Dom Luís I bridge — walk the top deck at sunset outdoors
- Foz do Douro — ocean promenade and lighthouse outdoors
- Douro Valley day trip — vineyards and river views outdoors
- Port cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia — tastings across the river indoors
- Livraria Lello and Clérigos Tower — book ahead for both indoors
- São Bento station tiles — 20,000 azulejos in the hall indoors
Where to stay: Ribeira and Baixa for sights on foot; Cedofeita for cafés; Foz for the ocean.
What to pack for Porto in February
- Layers and a light jacket: days around 15 °C (58 °F), nights near 8 °C (46 °F).
- An umbrella or a light waterproof: about 9 days this month see real rain.
- Comfortable walking shoes.
What a day in Porto costs
| Budget traveller | Mid-range | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical total per person, per day | €50–110 | €140–280 |
Excluding flights. February is usually low season in Porto: rooms are typically easier to find and cheaper.
February in nearby cities
| City | High / low | Rainy days | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lisbon | 16° / 9° | 5 | Mixed weather |
| Madrid | 13° / 3° | 3 | Mixed weather |
| Seville | 18° / 8° | 3 | Great time to go |
Plan your Porto trip
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FAQ
Is February a good time to visit Porto?
By the numbers, February is a mixed month: cool and some rain, with average highs of 15 °C (58 °F) and about 9 rainy days. February is usually low season in Porto: rooms are typically easier to find and cheaper. The best months for weather are July, August, September.
How warm is Porto in February?
Average highs are 15 °C (58 °F) and lows 8 °C (46 °F) (2015–2024 averages). The sea is cold, around 14 °C (57 °F).
Does it rain a lot in Porto in February?
Expect about 9 days with 2 mm of rain or more, about 120 mm in total. It is the 6th driest month of the year in Porto.
Sources: climate averages from Open-Meteo historical weather (ERA5 reanalysis, 2015–2024); sea temperatures from the Open-Meteo marine API (2023–2024); public holidays from Nager.Date. Daylight is calculated for the 15th of the month. Averages are a guide, not a forecast. Costs are typical ranges per person per day, excluding flights.