February 28 is generally a great time to visit Cannes. While there is a slight chance of rain (16%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 13°C weather. It's a great middle-ground for visiting Cannes—enough activity to feel the pulse, but no overwhelming lines.
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Essential Travel Info for Cannes
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
French
Driving
Right side
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.895
Cannes Weather Forecast for February 28
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 13.4°C. 16% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Cannes in February
Based on historical data for February 28, Cannes typically experiences temperatures between 5.5°C and 13.4°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (16% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Cannes
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
13.4°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
5.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
12.9°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
16%
Avg 1.1mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~16% chance
Pressure
1014.7 hPa
High volatility
Cannes Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 82% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 57 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 86 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 143 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
7.8°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in France
Flight Traffic
Moderate
55/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~125
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Cannes
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:12
☀️ Noon
13:46
🌇 Sunset
19:19
⏱️ Daylight
11h 7m
Wind Speed
16.9 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.1 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
69%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Cannes
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Quiet
Price Level
💰 Affordable
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Cannes on February 28 averages 13.4°C with a 16% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 85/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Cannes Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
February 22
13.3°C • 12% rain
Score
92
February 23
13.3°C • 13% rain
Score
92
February 21
13.2°C • 13% rain
Score
91
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Cannes Worth Visiting on February 28?
Planning a trip to Cannes on February 28? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 13.4°C with a 16% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 125 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for France, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 14°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.39m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest February 28 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 17.4°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to -1.1°C in 2018.