San Francisco weather in February
February in San Francisco averages 60°F by day and 48°F at night, with 4.4 inches of precipitation. It is the 10th-warmest and 3rd-wettest month of the year here.
- Average high
- 60°F+3° vs January
- Average low
- 48°F0 nights below freezing
- Precipitation
- 4.4 in8 days with 0.1 in. or more
- Snow
- 0.0 in0 days at 90°F+
Is February a good time to visit San Francisco?
February is cool, with highs around 60°F. The most comfortable months overall are March to November.
What to do in San Francisco in February
Mix it up: Golden Gate Park, San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, M. H. de Young Memorial Museum, California Academy of Sciences. All things to do in San Francisco.
On February 15 the sun rises at 6:59 am and sets at 5:48 pm, giving 10h 49m of daylight. Daylight all year.
What to pack for San Francisco in February
- Long sleeves, a warm jacket and closed shoes
- An umbrella or rain jacket
Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.
February nearby
| City | Distance | High | Low | Precip. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | 60°F | 48°F | 4.4 in | |
| Daly City, CA | 5 mi | 60°F | 47°F | 4.0 in |
| Alameda, CA | 10 mi | 60°F | 45°F | 3.5 in |
| Oakland, CA | 10 mi | 62°F | 47°F | 4.4 in |
| Berkeley, CA | 10 mi | 62°F | 45°F | 5.1 in |
| Richmond, CA | 12 mi | 61°F | 46°F | 4.8 in |
| San Leandro, CA | 16 mi | 62°F | 45°F | 3.1 in |
Warmer places in February
Big cities with comfortable February highs between 68°F and 86°F:
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in San Francisco in February?
In February, San Francisco averages a high of 60°F and a low of 48°F, with 4.4 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Is February a good time to visit San Francisco?
February is cool to cold in San Francisco, with average highs of 60°F. Pack warm layers.
Does it snow in San Francisco in February?
Rarely. The February snowfall normal is under half an inch.
Before and after: San Francisco in January and San Francisco in March. All twelve months: San Francisco weather by month.
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station San Francisco Downtown, CA, 0.5 miles from the city center; snowfall from San Francisco Oceanside, CA.