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Canada Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Canada in February.

Considering a trip to Canada this February and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Canada in February

Canada has a wide variety of climate types. During February, you can expect temperatures that range from very cold to cold and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Alert at -28°C (-18°F) and cold in Langley at 9°C (48°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Langley and -34°C (-29°F) in Alert. In numerous regions in Canada, February is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Canada, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Alert with an average of 9.5 mm (0.4 in) to heavy snowfall in Zeballos with 301 mm (12 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Toronto gets approximately 111 hours of sunlight in February, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Canada by month

Best Places to Visit in Canada in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Canada.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Canada

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Canada?

Temperature range in Canada (February)

Precipitation variation in Canada (February)

Toronto

In February Toronto generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
111 hours
161 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Montréal

In February Montréal generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -13°C (9°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-2°C (28°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-14°C (7°F)
-13°C (9°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
99 hours
128 hours
160 hours
Monthly snowfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Quebec City

In February Quebec City generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -4°C (25°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -15°C (5°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-4°C (25°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-16°C (3°F)
-15°C (5°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly sun hours
98 hours
120 hours
154 hours
Monthly snowfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Vancouver

In February Vancouver generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
91 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
312 mm (12 in)
207 mm (8.1 in)
244 mm (9.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Ottawa

In February Ottawa generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -14°C (7°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-2°C (28°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-15°C (5°F)
-14°C (7°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
98 hours
132 hours
168 hours
Monthly snowfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Canada in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Toronto 1°C (34°F) -7°C (19°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Montréal -2°C (28°F) -13°C (9°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Vancouver 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 207 mm (8.1 in)
Whistler 0°C (32°F) -7°C (19°F) 212 mm (8.3 in)
Victoria 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Jasper -6°C (21°F) -15°C (5°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)

Canada weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Canada in February?

February in Canada brings poor weather. In Toronto, daytime temperatures are typically around 1°C (34°F) and nighttime lows hover near -7°C (19°F).

What is the average temperature in Canada in February?

Daytime temperatures in Toronto peak at roughly 1°C (34°F) in February, dropping to about -7°C (19°F) overnight.

Does Canada get a lot of snow/rain in February?

Not particularly. Toronto averages just 68 mm (2.7 in) of snow/rain in February, making it a mostly dry month for Canada.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Canada?

In our view, February might not be the best time to travel to Canada with often poor weather in Toronto.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Toronto. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Canada.

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