Madrid vs Porto

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Madrid edges ahead as the better destination in February. Madrid offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 6 rain days, while Porto sees 8 sunshine hours and 10 rain days.

Madrid is on the cooler side at 12°C, requiring warmer clothing. Porto is cooler at 14°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Madrid is the stronger choice in February. Madrid receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Madrid reaches an average high of 12°C (54°F) and drops to 1°C (34°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 11°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Porto averages 14°C (57°F) for the high and 6°C (43°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in February.

Madrid receives approximately 32 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during February. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Porto sees 103 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Madrid the drier option by 4 rain days and 71 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.