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United States of America Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the United States of America in February.

Considering a trip to the United States of America 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 the United States of America in February

The weather in the United States of America in February can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from very cold to warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy. The month of February is in the winter season.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Point Barrow at -19°C (-2°F) to warm in Wailuku at 26°C (79°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Wailuku and -25°C (-13°F) in Point Barrow. In many regions in the United States of America, February is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.

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

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Twentynine Palms with an average of 2 mm (0.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve with 380 mm (15 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. New York City receives about 162 hours of sunlight in February, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore the United States of America by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the United States of America — and find the best time to visit. (based on New York City)

Best Places to Visit in the United States of America in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the United States of America.

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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 the United States of America

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in the United States of America?

Temperature range in the United States of America (February)

Precipitation variation in the United States of America (February)

New York City

In February New York City generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
161 hours
162 hours
213 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Kissimmee

In February Kissimmee generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
210 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
51 mm (2 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Orlando

In February Orlando generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Los Angeles

In February Los Angeles generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
224 hours
221 hours
275 hours
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Destin

In February Destin generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the United States of America.

In our records: the United States of America February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in the United States of America in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest February night in the United States of America dropped to -39°C (-38°F) in Fargo on February 2, 1996.
  • In our records, the coldest February daytime high in the United States of America was -33°C (-27°F) in Bismarck on February 1, 1996.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the United States of America in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
New York City 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Los Angeles 19°C (66°F) 10°C (50°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Miami 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Sedona 16°C (61°F) 1°C (34°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Houston 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Las Vegas 18°C (64°F) 6°C (43°F) 7 mm (0.3 in)

The United States of America weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the United States of America in February?

In February, the United States of America generally has poor weather conditions. New York City sees daytime temperatures near 5°C (41°F), with nights cooling to roughly -3°C (27°F).

What is the average temperature in the United States of America in February?

New York City averages a daytime maximum of 5°C (41°F) in February, with overnight lows close to -3°C (27°F).

Does the United States of America get a lot of snow/rain in February?

February is on the drier side in the United States of America. New York City averages only about 84 mm (3.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is February a Good Time to Visit the United States of America?

In our view, February might not be the best time to travel to the United States of America with often poor weather in New York City.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in September offering mostly perfect weather in New York City. The weather in January, February, March and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the United States of America.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to the United States of America? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in the United States of America.

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