New York City weather in February (New York State, United States of America)

Curious about the February weather in New York City? This guide provides all the details you need.

In February, New York City generally has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. February falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 5°C, while night temperatures can drop to -3°C. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.

New York City in February usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 84 mm for the month. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 10 days.

The area enjoys a balanced 162 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit New York City. September typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized New York City climate page with graphs.

 

New York City, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 4°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 84 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 60%  
WindspeedWindspeed 22 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 162 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 55%  

Where to go in the United States of America in February

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in February and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in New York City in February?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 4°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in February.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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