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Helena weather in February (Montana, United States of America)

Curious about the February weather in Helena? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In February, Helena typically experiences low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. February is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 3°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -8°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.

Helena in February usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 18 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 12 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 149 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

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

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

 

Helena, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 18 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 64%  
SunshineSunshine 149 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 52%  

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 Helena in February?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

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
2/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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