Salvador Weather in February 2026: what to expect (5.1/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in February

February falls in the wet season in Salvador. Showers are often brief but intense. With 58.0% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.

February ranks 7 out of 12 months in Salvador. Compared to January: 5 pts fewer rainy days.

This month's conditions

What it's like in February

UV index

9 · very high

protection essential

Feels like

very humid

23°

Sea

29°C

warm, ideal

Daylight

12.4h of daylight

Air quality

good

AQI 21

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Is February the right month?

The best month in Salvador is October (7.9/10), 2.8 pts higher than February.

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Context

Our verdict

Salvador (de Bahia) is the African soul of Brazil: 3 million inhabitants, Brazil's 1st capital (until 1763), Afro-Brazilian heritage (capoeira, candomblé, bossa nova). October is my favourite month (8.2/10): 24-28°C, 54% rain, end of the wet season.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.

Country · Brazil

🗣️LanguagePortuguese

💶CurrencyBrazilian Real (R$)

🚗DrivingRight-hand

🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5

💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTropical

📈Climate trend ⓘStable

🔥Hottest monthJanuary · 29°C

❄️Coolest monthJune · 26°C

🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJune · 80%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep

🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar

🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr

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Location

Where is Salvador ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context

Brazil

Tropical climate with a 7.9 → 4.5 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.

12.97°S · 38.51°W

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Salvador?

October is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 24.0°C lows, 7.3h of sunshine and 54.0% rainy days. The months of October & November offer comparable conditions.

How many hours of sunshine does Salvador get in October?

Salvador averages 7.3 sunshine hours per day in October. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.3/10.

What is the rainiest month in Salvador?

June is the most unfavourable month with June has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.

What are the temperatures at night in Salvador in October?

In October, overnight lows reach 24.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.

Is Salvador good in winter?

In winter (December-February), Salvador scores 4.9/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains October with a score of 7.3/10.

When should you avoid Salvador?

June is the most difficult month to visit Salvador, with June has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.

Can you swim in Salvador in February?

In February, the sea averages 29°C in Salvador: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.

Do you need sun protection in Salvador in February?

The average UV index reaches 9 in February in Salvador (very high), with about 12.4h of daylight. Protection essential.