Philadelphia weather in February (Pennsylvania, United States of America)
Planning a trip to Philadelphia in February? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
In February, Philadelphia typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. February falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 6°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -3°C.
Philadelphia in February usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 79 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 9 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.
The city usually sees around 156 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Philadelphia. May generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Philadelphia climate page with graphs.
Philadelphia, monthly averages in February
Min Temperature
-3°C
Max Temperature
6°C
Water Temperature
5°C
Chance of Rain
31%
Precipitation
79 mm
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
64%
Sunshine
156 hours
Percentage Sunshine
52%
Where to go in the United States of America in February
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So, what should you wear in Philadelphia 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 5°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.
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