Granada in February

In February, Granada averages 14°C (57°F) during the day and 3°C (37°F) at night, with around 5 days of rain (40 mm total).

Shoulder

Conditions are cool — bring a jacket for evenings. Occasional showers are likely but won't dominate.

February in Granada is outside the typical sweet spot for sightseeing weather. It can still be a great time to visit if you have specific reasons (festivals, off-season pricing, etc.).

14°C
Avg high
3°C
Avg low
5
Rain days
40 mm
Rainfall

How February compares to the rest of the year in Granada

10th
warmest month of the 12
5th
wettest month of the 12
10%
of yearly rainfall falls in February
10 h 50 min
daylight on the 15th

February is one of the coolest months in Granada (10th of 12) and moderately rainy compared to the rest of the year (5th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 8°C below the annual average (22°C). February runs 2°C warmer than January (12°C) and warms a further 4°C into March (18°C).

February sunrise & sunset in Granada

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
8:03 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
6:53 PM
Day length
10 h 50 min

Times shown for Granada local time (Europe/Madrid), calculated for the 15th of February. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Granada — February

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of February, in Granada's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
7:03 AM – 7:43 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
7:43 AM – 8:43 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
6:13 PM – 7:13 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
7:13 PM – 7:53 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Poor
Core barely rises (or hasn't yet returned for the season). Consider a different month.

📅 When to book — Granada in February

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on February's tier (Shoulder) and Granada's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
6-10 weeks
Sweet spot for value. Major fare-sales (US: Black Friday, EU: post-Easter) hit hardest in shoulder months for shoulder travel.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
4-8 weeks
Lots of selection. Look for shoulder-season packages — many hotels add value (free breakfast, spa credit) to fill rooms.

Crowds & pricing — February in Granada

Shoulder

Granada is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.

Why this tier: comfortable tourism weather

Sun & mosquito risk — February in Granada

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
7.2
High
Cover up and apply SPF 30+ for any outdoor activity longer than 30 minutes.
🦟 Mosquito risk
○○○○○
None
Mosquitoes are essentially absent — cold weather keeps populations dormant.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

Granada in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 12°C / 54°F 2°C / 36°F 40 mm 6 0
February 14°C / 57°F 3°C / 37°F 40 mm 5 0
March 18°C / 64°F 5°C / 41°F 40 mm 5 0
April 20°C / 68°F 8°C / 46°F 45 mm 6 0
May 24°C / 75°F 11°C / 52°F 30 mm 5 0
June 30°C / 86°F 15°C / 59°F 15 mm 2 0
July 34°C / 93°F 17°C / 63°F 5 mm 1 0
August 33°C / 91°F 17°C / 63°F 5 mm 1 0
September 28°C / 82°F 15°C / 59°F 25 mm 3 0
October 22°C / 72°F 11°C / 52°F 55 mm 5 0
November 16°C / 61°F 6°C / 43°F 55 mm 6 0
December 12°C / 54°F 3°C / 37°F 55 mm 6 0

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is Granada in February?

In February, Granada averages a high of 14°C (57°F) and a low of 3°C (37°F) — generally cool.

Does it rain a lot in Granada in February?

February sees occasional rain in Granada, with about 5 rainy days on average.

Is February a good time to visit Granada?

February is cool and mostly dry. It suits travelers who are comfortable with cool weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Granada in February?

Pack a warm jacket and layers. See the full February packing list for Granada for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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