Cape Cod

Cape Cod Weather in February

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

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Provincetown (P-town) Dennis Falmouth Chatham

Are you planning a trip a to Cape Cod, the United States of America in February and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Cape Cod in February

Cape Cod, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. February in Cape Cod generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During February, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 3°C (37°F) and nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) in Provincetown (P-town). In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.

To explore the conditions in Cape Cod, the United States of America in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Falmouth with an average of 93 mm (3.7 in) to high snow/rainfall in Sandwich with 106 mm (4.2 in).

Explore Cape Cod by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Cape Cod — and find the best time to visit. (based on Provincetown (P-town))

January4°C (39°F) February3°C (37°F) March6°C (43°F) April12°C (54°F) May17°C (63°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August25°C (77°F) September22°C (72°F) October16°C (61°F) November11°C (52°F) December7°C (45°F)
Best Time to Visit Cape Cod →

Best Places to Visit in Cape Cod in February

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Cape Cod

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

Temperature range in Cape Cod (February)

Precipitation variation in Cape Cod (February)

Provincetown (P-town)

In February Provincetown (P-town) generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Provincetown (P-town) →

Dennis

In February Dennis generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
147 hours
169 hours
211 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Dennis →

Falmouth

In February Falmouth generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
147 hours
169 hours
211 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Falmouth →

Chatham

In February Chatham generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
147 hours
169 hours
211 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Chatham →

Eastham

In February Eastham generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
147 hours
169 hours
211 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
102 mm (4 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Eastham →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Provincetown (P-town) 3°C (37°F) -4°C (25°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Dennis 4°C (39°F) -4°C (25°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Falmouth 4°C (39°F) -4°C (25°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Chatham 3°C (37°F) -4°C (25°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Eastham 4°C (39°F) -4°C (25°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Sandwich 4°C (39°F) -6°C (21°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)

Cape Cod weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

Cape Cod, the United States of America typically experiences poor weather in February, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Provincetown (P-town) average around 3°C (37°F), and temperatures drop to about -4°C (25°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Cape Cod, the United States of America during February range from a nighttime low near -4°C (25°F) to a daytime high around 3°C (37°F) in Provincetown (P-town).

Does Cape Cod, the United States of America get a lot of snow/rain in February?

February is on the drier side in Cape Cod, the United States of America. Provincetown (P-town) averages only about 98 mm (3.9 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our view, February might not be the best time to travel to Cape Cod, the United States of America with often poor weather in Provincetown (P-town).

On average, the best time to visit Cape Cod, the United States of America is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Provincetown (P-town). On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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