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Salvador in February

Short answer

In February, Salvador averages highs of 31 °C (88 °F) and lows of 24 °C (75 °F), with about 99 mm of rain spread over roughly 9 days. February has moderate rainfall, usually in quick showers that do not spoil the whole day. Crowds tend to be high this month.

Climate · INMET (updated 2026)
Most reviewed activity in SalvadorPraia do Forte & Praia de Guarajuba Day Trip★ 8.6 · 92 reviews · from US$ 30 · via CivitatisSee dates and price →
Temperature
31 / 24 °C
high / low
Rain
99 mm
9 days
Daylight
12h30
sunset at 18:03
Crowds
High
3 public holidays

What to expect in Salvador in February

Myllena Vieira, editor at Visite
Editor's tip

February finds Salvador in the middle of summer. In Brazil the seasons are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Highs reach 31 °C (88 °F): the heat calls for early starts, sunscreen, and spending the middle of the day in the shade or in the water. It is one of the busiest times of the year: the destination fills up, rates go up and the best hotels sell out early. Book ahead or choose weekdays. Rain, when it comes, is usually brief and does not spoil the day. If the dates line up, it is worth fitting Festival of Iemanjá (Festa de Iemanjá) or Carnival in Salvador into your itinerary: it is what livens up the destination at that time of year.

Myllena Vieira · Editor at Visite
Crowds
Crowd level: high

February is high season: the destination fills up, the most popular attractions have lines, and it pays to book ahead.

Prices
Rates: high · ~R$ 298

High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead. The average nightly rate for lodging in Salvador is around R$ 298 (Brazilian reais), depending on the date.

Tours and tickets

Things to do in Salvador in February

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Praia do Forte & Praia de Guarajuba Day Trip
8.6· 92 reviews

Praia do Forte & Praia de Guarajuba Day Trip

On this day trip to Praia do Forte and Praia de Guarajuba, you'll discover two of the most popular destinations on the northern coast of Salvador de Bahía.

8 h
from US$ 30
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Private Tour of Salvador
9.5· 31 reviews

Private Tour of Salvador

When you book our private tour of Salvador, a guide will be exclusively at the service of you and your partner, family, or friends, to show you the city.

4 h
from US$ 120
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Salvador da Bahia Historic Centre & Barra Lighthouse Tour
8.3· 24 reviews

Salvador da Bahia Historic Centre & Barra Lighthouse Tour

The first capital city of Brazil was actually Salvador da Bahia. Discover its beautiful monuments on this tour of its historic centre and Barra Lighthouse.

7 h
from US$ 25
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Morro de São Paulo Day Trip
8.8· 23 reviews

Morro de São Paulo Day Trip

On this day trip to Morro de São Paulo, visit an authentic paradise of crystal clear waters, white sandy beaches, and palm trees for a day of fun in the sun!

10 h 30 min
from US$ 60
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Salvador da Bahia Sightseeing Bus Tour
9.1· 20 reviews

Salvador da Bahia Sightseeing Bus Tour

Discover the best of Salvador da Bahia on this comfortable sightseeing bus tour through one of Brazil's most captivating cities, a place of striking contrasts.

4 h
from US$ 54
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Scuba Dive for Beginners
9.7· 14 reviews

Scuba Dive for Beginners

If you have never tried Scuba Diving, but would love to find out what it's all about, then this basic initiation course is the perfect introduction.

50 min
from US$ 59
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Where to stay

Hotels in Salvador

February is high season in Salvador: the best hotels fill up and rates rise as the date approaches. It is best to lock in your room as soon as the trip is decided.

Fera Palace Hotel in Salvador 9.2 ★★★★★ · 33 reviews Fera Palace Hotel See on Booking → Best Western Salvador Hangar Aeroporto in Salvador 8.6 ★★★ · 158 reviews Best Western Salvador Hangar Aeroporto See on Booking → Rede Andrade Express in Salvador 8.4 ★★★ · 351 reviews Rede Andrade Express See on Booking → Samba Villa da Praia in Salvador 8.5 ★★★★ · 25 reviews Samba Villa da Praia See on Booking →
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Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.

What happens in February

Festival of Iemanjá (Festa de Iemanjá)
An Afro-Brazilian celebration on February 2 at Rio Vermelho Beach, with offerings to the orixá (deity) Iemanjá.
Carnival in Salvador
The city's biggest street party, with trios elétricos (sound trucks) and blocos on circuits over several days (moveable date).
Public holidays in February: Carnival (Monday) (16/02) · Carnival (Tuesday) (17/02) · Ash Wednesday (18/02). Expect more people and higher prices around these dates.

What to pack in February

Light clothing and a cap · highs of 31 °C (88 °F) Rain jacket or umbrella · 9 days of rain in the month Sunscreen and sunglasses · strong sun on the tours Comfortable walking shoes · you will be on foot much of the day
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Questions about Salvador in February

What is the weather like in Salvador in February?
In February, Salvador averages highs of 31 °C (88 °F) and lows of 24 °C (75 °F), with about 99 mm of rain spread over roughly 9 days. February has moderate rainfall, usually in quick showers that do not spoil the whole day. Crowds tend to be high this month.
Does it rain a lot in Salvador in February?
In February, Salvador gets about 99 mm of rain spread over around 9 rainy days, one of the driest months. Rain tends to come in quick showers that do not ruin the day.
Is February high season in Salvador?
Crowds in February tend to be high. High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead.
What is happening in Salvador in February?
February brings Festival of Iemanjá (Festa de Iemanjá), Carnival in Salvador. Confirm the dates and book early if they overlap with your trip.
Does it usually rain all day in Salvador in February?
INMET's climate normals record the number of rainy days and the total millimeters, not the hours of each day, so they do not say how long the rain lasts. What they show for Salvador in February: 9 rainy days in a month of 28 or 29 days (about 32% of the days) and 99 mm over the month, which works out to an average of about 11 mm per rainy day. Compared with the rest of the year, February is one of the driest months at the destination. Rain tends to come in showers, but it is smart to have an indoor backup plan.
What is the temperature in Salvador in February, and what should you pack?
According to INMET's climate normals, the average high in Salvador in February is 31 °C and the average low is 24 °C, with air humidity of around 79%. Compared with the rest of the year, the temperature in February is typical for the destination. For your suitcase, here is what those numbers call for: light clothing and a cap; rain jacket or umbrella; sunscreen and sunglasses.
Is Salvador worth visiting in February?
Fair time to visit. On our weather comfort index, which weighs rain, heat and humidity from INMET's climate normals, February scores 51 out of 100 and ranks No. 5 among the 12 months. The most comfortable month is October (58) and the least comfortable is April (36). As for crowds, in February they tend to be high.
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