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Benidorm weather in February
Slightly warmer than January, noticeably brighter, and the start of the pre-Easter uplift.
Almond blossom, half-term crowds and the first hint of spring
Benidorm in February — at a glance
February in Benidorm is the pivot month — the last real touch of winter for the first week, then a definite spring lean once the almond blossom appears. Averages climb one degree from January to 18°C, but the number of properly warm days rises much faster.
It's also the busiest of the winter months, with UK half-term filling the family-friendly hotels and Carnival weekend bringing a burst of colour to the Old Town.
What was February 2025 actually like in Benidorm?
February 2025 delivered the warmest week the resort had recorded since 2020 — a Saharan air pull-up on the 12th–15th sent the thermometer to 26°C and the beaches filled with UK half-termers in shorts. The month closed with a run of clear cool nights that dropped to 4°C on the 27th.
Benidorm February weather — last 5 years
| Year | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 18°C | 8°C | 24 mm | Saharan warm spell hit 26°C |
| 2024 | 19°C | 9°C | 18 mm | Dry, sunny, no proper cold snap |
| 2023 | 17°C | 7°C | 38 mm | Wetter than usual mid-month |
| 2022 | 18°C | 8°C | 22 mm | Classic dry February |
| 2021 | 17°C | 7°C | 33 mm | Cool, ordinary |
How February changes through the month
Early February
First week still feels wintry — 16–17°C peak, cold nights.
Mid February
Half-term week (typically 14–22 Feb) is the busiest of the winter — expect livelier bars and pool decks.
Late February
Almond trees on the Sierra Helada hillsides start to blossom pink and white — a favourite hike backdrop.
What to wear in Benidorm in February
Same layering rules as January, but you'll spend more of the day in a T-shirt. Add a warmer evening jumper if you're eating outside.
Packing list
- • Waterproof windbreaker
- • One warm jumper, one light hoodie
- • Shorts for daytime, jeans for evening
- • Comfortable walking shoes
- • Sunscreen — UV is climbing back
- • Swimwear for heated pools
Sea temperature and beach conditions in February
Sea sits at its annual low around 14°C. Wading depth only unless you're a serious cold-water swimmer.
Crowds and prices in February
Prices climb noticeably from the second week as UK half-term hits. Book flights and half-board packages a fortnight ahead to keep costs sensible.
Best things to do in Benidorm in February
Almond blossom walk
The trails behind Rincón de Loix turn pink — bring a camera.
Carnival parade
Benidorm's carnival (usually mid- to late-Feb) fills Rincón and the Old Town with floats and music.
Terra Mítica reopening weekend
The theme park typically reopens in late February — a family highlight if the dates align.
Aqualandia is still closed
But Terra Natura zoo runs all winter and is a great mild-day out.
Read more →Events and fiestas in Benidorm in February
Carnival weekend is the headline — expect fancy dress, drag processions in the Old Town, and Rincón de Loix bars serving late.
What to do in Benidorm if it rains in February
The indoor market for tapas, Benidorm Palace show nights, and the Aquarium of Cala del Tío Ximo (weather-independent).
Benidorm February — the deeper picture
February's headline weather trick is the occasional Saharan warm pull — high pressure over North Africa drags hot dry air over the Costa Blanca for two or three days and lifts temperatures 8–10°C above the seasonal norm. February 2025's 26°C week and February 2019's 27°C spell are the recent examples. It's the reason experienced regulars keep shorts in the case even in the depths of winter.
Compared to the UK: The UK still sits at 6–9°C in February. Benidorm's 18°C makes it a Vitamin-D reset with a two-and-a-half hour flight.