Climate guide for Santiago de Compostela, Spain

Santiago de Compostela in February

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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February · Spain

Best time to visit Santiago de Compostela in February Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Santiago de Compostela in February

Average temperature 10°C, 89 mm of rain, about 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 87% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

February score

5.4/10

Ranked #7 of 12 months

Full year for Santiago de Compostela
Avg temp
10°C
Rainfall
89 mm
Humidity
87%
Days with 6h+ sun
4
Crowd Density
Quiet / Uncrowded
Average Expenses
$ · Budget Friendly ($)

February in Santiago de Compostela scores 5.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 10°C, 89 mm of rain, and roughly 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Santiago de Compostela crowns the Camino with granite cathedral squares, pilgrim rituals, and Galician seafood markets. Best window: late spring through early autumn.

February in Santiago de Compostela: mixed conditions, plan around the weather

Expect 10°C (49°F) in February. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.

Budget for roughly 89 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.3 hours of daylight to work around it.

That is 5.4/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.

Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.

Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Santiago de Compostela — 4.4 points higher on the same scale.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Santiago de Compostela in February?
In February, Santiago de Compostela averages 10°C, 89 mm of rain, and about 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.4/10.
Is February a good time to visit Santiago de Compostela?
February earns a 5.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Santiago de Compostela in February?
Expect about 89 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 87% and there are about 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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