Princeton weather in February (New Jersey, United States of America)

Is Princeton a good destination in February, weather-wise? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

In February, Princeton tends to experience low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. The month of February belongs to the winter season. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 5°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to -6°C. Expect freezing temperatures this month, so ensure you have plenty of warm clothing. It's important to be prepared.

Precipitation

Princeton in February usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 76 mm for the month. This month is perfect for outdoor adventures, thanks to its lack of rain. Make the most of this dry weather. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 10 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 169 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Princeton. September typically offers 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 Princeton climate page with graphs.

 

Princeton, monthly averages in February

Min Temperature -6°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 34%  

Precipitation 76 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Sunshine 169 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 57% *  

* Data from: Trenton, the United States of America (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in February

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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

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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