What is the weather like in Gibraltar in February?

Short answer

Gibraltar in February averages daytime highs of about 17°C and night-time lows of about 12°C, with around 6 days of rain and 5 to 6 hours of sunshine a day. The sea is around 16°C.

Detailed answer

Temperatures

The average daily high in February is 16.7°C and the average low is 11.5°C, based on 1991 to 2020 records at Gibraltar Airport. Older German Weather Service records for 1961 to 1990 are very close.

Rain and sunshine

February averages around 94 mm of rain over about 6 days with 1 mm or more, though totals vary a lot from year to year. Sunshine averages about 5.1 hours a day.

What February is like

February is similar to January, with highs around 17°C, a little more sunshine and slightly fewer rainy days. The sea is at its coldest, around 16°C.

Gibraltar has a Winter Midterm Bank Holiday in February, when schools and Government offices close.

Wind

Gibraltar's weather is shaped by two local winds through the Strait: the Levanter from the east, which brings humid air and cloud over the Rock, and the Poniente from the west, which brings clearer, drier weather. Strong winds around the Rock can make flights divert to Malaga.

What to wear

Bring layers, a waterproof jacket and comfortable walking shoes. A light hat or sunglasses help on bright days at viewpoints.