Hamilton weather in February (Ontario, Canada)

Is Hamilton a good destination in February, weather-wise? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

February in Hamilton generally includes very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. February is part of winter. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 1°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -8°C. Expect very cold weather this month, so bundle up in warm clothing. It's essential to be ready for the chill.

Precipitation

Hamilton in February usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 66 mm for the month. With the least rainfall of the year, this month offers optimal conditions for outdoor exploration. Take advantage of the dry weather to plan your activities. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 10 days.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 115 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Hamilton. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Hamilton, monthly averages in February

Min Temperature -8°C  

Max Temperature 1°C  

Chance of Rain 34%  

Precipitation 66 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Sunshine 115 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 39%  

Where to go in Canada in February

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Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

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