View from above Frigiliana down the Axarquía valley to the Mediterranean Sea, terraced hillsides and white villages along the coast.

Weather · February

Frigiliana weather in February.

Almond blossom country. Mild days, the village Carnaval at the end of the month, and Andalucía Day on the 28th.

17°C
Typical daytime high
8°C
Typical overnight low
15°C
Sea temperature
6
Rain days / month
7h
Sun / day

What February feels like in Frigiliana

February is the quiet month's slightly warmer twin. Days creep up to 17–19°C on the sunny end of the spread, and the countryside changes character: almond trees come into blossom across the Axarquía from mid-month, turning the hills pink-white. It's the prettiest time to walk the paths above the village. Carnaval lands in the last week or so — costumed processions, satirical songs, a village-wide parade. The 28th is Andalucía Day, a regional holiday with flags up and the town hall opening its doors.

What's on in February

For everything else happening this year — and the full month-by-month calendar — see our Frigiliana events page.

What to pack for February

  • Layers — a warm top for mornings and evenings
  • Sturdy walking shoes
  • A camera if you're interested in the almond blossom
  • A light jacket for evenings
  • Sunglasses and sunscreen

Best for

  • Almond blossom walks
  • Quiet visits with mild weather
  • Carnaval if you can time it
  • Photography in clear winter light

Frigiliana vs Nerja in February

Frigiliana sits at 300m elevation, six kilometres inland and uphill from Nerja. That elevation difference makes the village consistently 1–2°C cooler than the Nerja coast — most noticeably in summer afternoons and evenings. In February, expect Nerja to be one or two degrees warmer on the warmest part of the day, with the gap narrowing in the cooler months. Sea temperatures (around 15°C) are the same whether you swim from Burriana or from one of the secluded coves at Maro.

For a live forecast, the Spanish national weather service AEMET is the authoritative source, or the UK Met Office Frigiliana page if you prefer English.

FAQ

Frigiliana in February — common questions.

What is the weather like in Frigiliana in February?
Frigiliana in February typically sees daytime highs of around 17°C and overnight lows of 8°C, with about 6 rain days through the month and 7 hours of sun on a typical day. Almond blossom country. Mild days, the village Carnaval at the end of the month, and Andalucía Day on the 28th.
Is February a good time to visit Frigiliana?
February is the quiet month's slightly warmer twin. Days creep up to 17–19°C on the sunny end of the spread, and the countryside changes character: almond trees come into blossom across the Axarquía from mid-month, turning the hills pink-white.
What should I pack for Frigiliana in February?
For February, the essentials are: layers — a warm top for mornings and evenings; sturdy walking shoes; a camera if you're interested in the almond blossom; a light jacket for evenings.
Can you swim in the sea near Frigiliana in February?
Not really — the Mediterranean off Nerja is around 15°C in February, cold for most swimmers. Sea swimming season runs roughly May to October.
What's on in Frigiliana in February?
Carnaval (Late Feb); Día de Andalucía (28 Feb). Full events calendar on the events page.