Huntington Beach in February
February is a fair month for surfing at Huntington Beach; the best time is May–September. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves.
Plan your trip to Huntington BeachEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 1.1 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 15°C, 5/4 wetsuit and boots
- Air: 19°C by day, 9°C at night
- Weather: 24 sunny days, 7 rainy days
Huntington BeachCalifornia, United StatesBeginner-friendly · 5/4 wetsuit and boots · ✈ SNA 13 kmWave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in February
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Morro BayUnited States · 324 km away · water 14°C2.1 m waves2
Santa Cruz – Cowell'sUnited States · 518 km away · water 13°C2.6 m waves3
Mavericks – Half Moon BayUnited States · 589 km away · water 13°C2.2 m waves4
Short Sands – OregonUnited States · 1438 km away · water 10°C2.5 m waves5
Blacks Beach – La JollaUnited States · 110 km away · water 15°C1.2 m waves6
Trestles – San ClementeUnited States · 49 km away · water 15°C1.2 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in February →Schools and camps near Huntington Beach
- Huntington Surf Inn 0.5 km
- Ocean Surf Inn & Suites 9.9 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is February a good time for surfing at Huntington Beach?
February is a fair month for surfing at Huntington Beach; the best time is May–September. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves. Waves 1.1 m, water 15°C (5/4 wetsuit and boots), air 19°C.
How warm is the water at Huntington Beach in February?
About 15°C: 5/4 wetsuit and boots.
How big are the waves at Huntington Beach in February?
About 1.1 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Huntington Beach in February?
Around 19°C by day and 9°C at night, with about 24 sunny and 7 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in February?
Within 1,500 km: Morro Bay (2.1 m waves), Santa Cruz – Cowell's (2.6 m waves) & Mavericks – Half Moon Bay (2.2 m waves).