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10 best US cities to visit in February for sunny weather

By Staff, AccuWeather

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February is the perfect month to take a getaway from some of the coldest days in your town and find some warm places to visit. For most US citizens, the practical option is to stay within the country; because international travel can be somewhat of a chore for a quick getaway. Here are some vacation ideas to help nudge you to find some winter sun this cold season.

1- Key Largo, Florida

You can't go wrong by visiting anywhere in the Florida Keys this February, where you will find weather consistently in the mid-70-degree range. You can go deep-sea diving, fishing, or chill out on the beach and enjoy some favorable Florida weather.

2- San Diego, California

San Diego is on the southwest side of the mainland, where you will enjoy the chill west coast vibes and temperatures peaking out in the mid-70-degree range. There are plenty of fun places to go aside from the beach in San Diego, like Seaworld and the San Diego Zoo.

LA is one of the best US cities to visit in February

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Martin Adams

3- Los Angeles, California

Just about 90 minutes from San Diego is Los Angeles. Just remember to stay out of traffic and close to the coast if you are looking to have a good time in LA. You could take the family to nearby Disneyland or California Adventure in Anaheim or take a walk on the Santa Monica Pier.

San Antonio is on of the best US cities to visit in February

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Derek Story

4- San Antonio, Texas

If you take a February vacation to San Antonio, you are sure to find some sunny weather that is at least in the mid-60-degree range. Don't forget to kick back next to the San Antonio River and visit the legendary Alamo.

Honolulu is one of the best US cities to visit in February

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Zetong Li

5- Honolulu, Hawaii

In the Aloha State, you will find that temperatures even out about 80-degrees in February. Honolulu is one of the smaller Hawaiian islands where you will be sure to have a great time enjoying some of the tourist sites like Pearl Harbor and the Diamond Head Volcano.

Big Island is one of the best cities to visit in the US in February

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Martin Zangerl

6- Big Island, Hawaii

Fly into the Big Island of Hawaii, and you will be taking off your coat directly after exiting the airplane. The Big Island is full of hiking trails, active volcanoes, and beautiful beaches; what's not to enjoy about a Pacific island in February?

San Juan is one of the best US cities to visit in February

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Wei Zeng

7- San Juan, Puerto Rico

We can't forget that Puerto Rico is an American territory and typically always has warm weather and good vibes. Here's a tip: go check out Puerto Mosquito, a bioluminescent bay where the water naturally lights up at night.

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Downtown Phoenix skyline with the South and Sierra Estrella mountain ranges in the background. (Photo/GettyImages)

8- Phoenix, Arizona

You might find that wintertime is perhaps the best time to visit Phoenix; in the spring and summer months is when the scorching weather comes. In February, however, you will be golden and feeling great in 70-degree weather. So kick back and watch some spring league MLB games in Arizona.

New Orleans is one of the best US cities to visit in February

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Arun Kuchibhotla

9- New Orleans, Louisiana

Never take New Orleans off your list of places to visit in the winter months. Some fun activities include listening to live jazz, eating amazing Cajun food, and visiting the New Orleans City Park.

Savannah is one of the best US cities to visit in February

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Jessica Furtney

10- Savannah, Georgia

If you are an East Coaster, then Savannah is an excellent option for a sunny escape from the bitter cold and humid temperatures of the Northeast US. Savannah is home to many beautiful historic sites; you can also relax or participate in sporting activities at Forsyth Park

Choose Your Favorite Vacation Destinations and Go

There you have some of the best US cities to visit in February; Keep in mind that some of these locations can have weeks of rain during the winter months, so be sure to check the weather forecast accordingly. Enjoy your warm February getaway in the USA.

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