Monthly climate guide
Cardiff weather in February
With highs near 8°C (46°F) and lows around 3°C (37°F), February feels cold in Cardiff. Rainfall averages about 77 mm (some rain) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as January and 2°C cooler than March.
What stands out in February
- Only one month is cooler in Cardiff than February.
- In Cardiff, February is late winter.
- Compared with Fort William, Cardiff runs roughly 4°C warmer this month.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 5°C).
Avg high
8°C
46°F
Avg low
3°C
37°F
Rainfall
77 mm
some rain
Humidity
91%
relative
Sky
79%
cloud · often cloudy
Cardiff weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C / 45°F | 3°C / 38°F | 97 mm | 93% | 80% |
| February | 8°C / 46°F | 3°C / 37°F | 77 mm | 91% | 79% |
| March | 9°C / 49°F | 3°C / 38°F | 68 mm | 89% | 74% |
| April | 12°C / 54°F | 5°C / 41°F | 56 mm | 85% | 69% |
| May | 15°C / 60°F | 8°C / 46°F | 62 mm | 82% | 68% |
| June | 18°C / 64°F | 11°C / 52°F | 83 mm | 82% | 71% |
| July | 20°C / 68°F | 13°C / 55°F | 66 mm | 81% | 66% |
| August | 20°C / 67°F | 13°C / 55°F | 96 mm | 84% | 74% |
| September | 18°C / 64°F | 11°C / 52°F | 73 mm | 85% | 69% |
| October | 14°C / 58°F | 9°C / 48°F | 98 mm | 89% | 76% |
| November | 10°C / 51°F | 6°C / 42°F | 104 mm | 92% | 80% |
| December | 9°C / 48°F | 5°C / 41°F | 124 mm | 93% | 83% |
What to pack for February
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is February a good time to visit Cardiff?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Cardiff →Other United Kingdom cities in February
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Cardiff in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Cardiff?
February is cool in Cardiff, with highs around 8°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Cardiff in February?
Average highs are about 8°C (46°F) and average lows about 3°C (37°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Cardiff in February?
Cardiff typically gets around 77 mm of rain in February — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Cardiff (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.