Can you swim in Alicante in February?

The water around Alicante is a bracing 14? during February and would be considered too cold for swimming. Those who are a bit more hardy or frequently swim in cooler open water might want to take a quick dip. A wetsuit would be advisable if you wish to spend longer than 5 minutes in the water.



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You can also swim in Alicante in November and May, unless you are uncomfortable with the rainy weather. At this time, the temperature of the Mediterranean does not drop below 18°C. And even in winter, Alicante's water temperature never drops below 14°C.

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Winter – From December to February is also a mild season in Alicante and is often characterized by sunny periods. There can be smaller periods of wind and rain however it rarely 'if ever' snows. Alicante in the winter still gets many sunny days, and temperatures can reach up to 18 °C in the direct sunshine.

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The Canary Islands. Although the Canary Islands belong to Spain, they are geographically closer to Africa. For that reason, the archipelago consistently provides the best winter climate in Spain with the hottest temperatures overall.

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Winter sun You'll need to pack a little more than if you were visiting in the height of summer, as the weather will be cooler. Longer trousers, light jumpers and layers like a denim or leather jacket can all be rolled up and neatly tucked into your case.

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February is usually the coldest month of the year in Spain, but if you aren't planning to have a beach holiday, it can actually be a very good time to visit the country. And to sweeten the deal, it's also Carnival all across the country!

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The Alicante Carnival stands out as one of the most enthusiastically embraced carnivals within the Valencian community, typically taking place in February or early March. The highlight of the festivities is Sábado Ramblero, a day when people hit the streets donning eccentric or traditional costumes.

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The hottest destination in Europe in February is the Canary Islands with Tenerife, Lanzarote and La Palma all enjoying temperatures of 20ºC and 7 hours of daily sunshine. In Mainland Europe, the Algarve has temperatures of 16ºC and 6 hours of sun.

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Holidays to Alicante are beach breaks with a difference – you've got historic castles, sprawling parks and a handful of museums to nosey around.

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It's all possible in Spain. The Costa del Sol and the Cabo de Gata in Andalusia, the Canary Islands, and the Costa Blanca are all destinations where you'll find a climate of eternal springtime practically all year round. You'll find it perfectly possible to take a dip at the beach and then relax in the sun.

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The south, on the other hand, has mild temperatures and sunny days even in February, and the same happens in the Levante or eastern coast. Valencia, for instance, has more than 300 sunny days per year, and a yearly average temperature of 66.2 º F (19º C).

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The average high temperature during February is 21ºC, so don't forget to pack your beach gear if you're planning holidays to Lanzarote at this time. You'll need some warmer clothes for the evenings though, as temperatures cool to 13ºC.

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