What's The Weather Like In Puglia In Feburary
February is the last real winter month in Puglia, Italy's most southeastern region, the so-called "heel" of the "boot" that is Italy. Although it may be winter now, that doesn't mean it gets particularly cold or wet. This is a wonderful destination to spend a couple of weeks in winter, when more northerly places in Europe are blasted with rain or snow and covered with a blanket of clouds.
Rain/Snow
Precipitation is about average for this region in Februaryt's far below average when comparing it with other places in Europe this time of year, though. The total accumulation of precipitation is 57mm and there are 8 days with some kind of precipitation. The probability that precipitation occurs is quite stable throughout the month and ranges around 41%. There is, however, a slight decrease at the end of the month. If you do experience rain during your stay, it will most likely be moderate rain, which occurs on 56% of the days with precipitation. Light rain falls on 19% of those days. Snow is observed on about 5% of the days with precipitation and is nothing to worry about.
Sunshine Hours
February is equally as sunny as January was, having about 4 hours of sunshine per day on average. This relatively low number is due to the, also relatively, high percentage of cloud cover this month. Cloud cover is about 58% and doesn't fluctuate much. This means that the sky is typically partly cloudy this time of year. A positive influence on the amount of sunshine, which is noticed toward the end of the month, is the increase in day length. There is a total increase in day length of 1.10 hours in the course the month, meaning that each day is 2.4 minutes longer than the day before.
Temperature
In terms of temperatures, February is one of the coolest months of the yearogether with January. The overall average temperature is 9°C. In the afternoon, the high temperature ranges around 13°C; at night, the mercury drops to a low of 5°C. These temperatures remain pretty much constant throughout the month, before they will start rising once again in March.
If you're visiting Puglia anytime soon, you may want to check out our detailed weather forecast for the region.
Puglia Hotels In February
Torre Del Parco 1419
Lecce is one of the must-see destinations in Puglia. Make sure not to skip this architectural highlight of a townonsider staying at Torre del Parco 1419. This hotel, housed in a striking historic residence, is a superb place to stay. Boasting four stars, this accommodation breathes history and is located in the very heart of the city. Facilities include banquet halls, wedding venues, conference rooms, lush gardens and a breakfast buffet.
Hptel Delle Palme
Another spectacular place to stay when visiting Lecce in February is Hotel delle Palme. Located near the historic city centre, this four-star hotel is as elegant and refined as it gets, boasting a fantastic restaurant, several meeting spaces and a stylish décor. Its 96 rooms are equipped with air-conditioning, a TV, Wi-Fi, fridges and a bathroom.
Patria Palace Hotel
One of the most luxurious hotels in the region is the five-star Patria Palace Hotel. If you're able to splurge on accommodation during your trip, this is probably the place to do it. Situated right in the middle of Lecce's old historic centre, this hotel couldn't boast a better location. Its facilities and services are impressive and include a breakfast room, bar and restaurant, banquet rooms, outside terraces, free Wi-Fi, room service, airport shuttles and meeting rooms.
Bars And Restaurants
Ristorante Blu Notte
Lecce, as a major city in Puglia, has a thriving restaurant scene. Ristorante Blu Notte is located in the city's historic centre and is a fantastic place to eat seafood and fish, such as tuna, lobster, prawns and shrimp.
Ristorante Locanda Arcu Te Pratu
Another excellent restaurant to go for dinner is Ristorante Locanda Arcu te Pratu. Housed in a centuries-old building, this is a great place to spend the eveningts atmosphere is historic, romantic and charming, its dishes made with natural local ingredients and produce.
The Cube
If you're staying at the Hilton Garden Inn Lecce, you will want to visit the hotel's restaurant, The Cube. This restaurant with bar serves both local and international food in a modern setting. A well-stocked wine cellar offers you the chance to complete your dinner with a great glass of wine.
Things To Do In Puglia In February
The capital of the Salento area, Lecce dates back to Roman times and has grown into quite a popular stop on any itinerary in Puglia. In February, when the weather doesn't allow visitors to spend much time on the region's beaches, Lecce makes for a superb destination. Sometimes called the "Florence of the South", the city boasts impressive Baroque architecture, many palaces and several churches. Most of the buildings are made with local Lecce stone, which gives them a typical style and elegance.
Santa Croce Basilica
There are a number of attractions. The Santa Croce Basilica is one of them, arguably one of the most imposing stone structures in the region. Its decorations, reliefs, columns, rose window, corbels and balconies are jaw-droppinghe church can be considered to be the symbol of Lecce's Baroque architecture, a phenomenal highlight that should never be missed.
Piazza Sant'Oronzo
The Piazza Sant'Oronzo is one of the city's main squares and the one that exhibits pretty much the entire history of Lecce. This square is home to many old structures, including the ruins of a Roman amphitheatre, and also a 17th-century column, and the Renaissance Palazzo del Seggio. This square is one of a few historic focal points in the citynyone who visits Lecce will definitely find themselves at this square sooner or later.
