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Alaska Weather in February

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

Planning a getaway to Alaska, the United States of America this February and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Alaska in February

Alaska, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. Alaska, the United States of America has a wide variety of climate types. During February, you can expect temperatures that range from very cold to cold and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Point Barrow at -19°C (-2°F) to cold in Ketchikan at 5°C (41°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Ketchikan 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 explore the conditions in Alaska, the United States of America in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Point Barrow with an average of 15 mm (0.6 in) to heavy snowfall in Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve with 380 mm (15 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Anchorage, you can expect around 123 hours of sunlight in February, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

Explore Alaska by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Alaska — and find the best time to visit. (based on Anchorage)

Best Places to Visit in Alaska in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Alaska.

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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 Alaska

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

Temperature range in Alaska (February)

Precipitation variation in Alaska (February)

Anchorage

In February Anchorage generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
123 hours
196 hours
Monthly snowfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Fairbanks

In February Fairbanks generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -10°C (14°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -20°C (-4°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-15°C (5°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Min temperature
-23°C (-9°F)
-20°C (-4°F)
-16°C (3°F)
Monthly sun hours
56 hours
119 hours
224 hours
Monthly snowfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Juneau

In February Juneau generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and heavy monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
82 hours
91 hours
139 hours
Monthly snowfall
270 mm (11 in)
227 mm (8.9 in)
201 mm (7.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Kenai

In February Kenai generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly snowfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Soldotna

In February Soldotna generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snowfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Alaska, 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 Alaska in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Anchorage -2°C (28°F) -8°C (18°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Fairbanks -10°C (14°F) -20°C (-4°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Juneau -1°C (30°F) -6°C (21°F) 227 mm (8.9 in)
Kenai 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Soldotna 0°C (32°F) -7°C (19°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Ketchikan 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 278 mm (11 in)

Alaska weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Alaska, the United States of America in February. The popular destination of Anchorage averages -2°C (28°F) by day and -8°C (18°F) at night during this winter month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Anchorage peak at roughly -2°C (28°F) in February, dropping to about -8°C (18°F) overnight.

Does Alaska, the United States of America get a lot of snow in February?

February is on the drier side in Alaska, the United States of America. Anchorage averages only about 68 mm (2.7 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit Alaska, the United States of America due to the typically poor weather in Anchorage.

Generally speaking, July provides pleasant weather in Anchorage. The weather in January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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