February · Italy
Best time to visit Cinque Terre in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cinque Terre in February
Average temperature 8°C, 119 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
5.8/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 8°C
- Rainfall
- 119 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
February in Cinque Terre scores 5.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 8°C, 119 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Five pastel villages cling to the Ligurian cliffs, linked by trails and a slow coastal railway.
February in Cinque Terre — middling scores, decent value
Expect 8°C (46°F) in February. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
119 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 5.8/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 8.9/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Cinque Terre — 3.1 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cinque Terre in February?
- In February, Cinque Terre averages 8°C, 119 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.8/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Cinque Terre?
- February earns a 5.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Cinque Terre in February?
- Expect about 119 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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