Finger Lakes region

Finger Lakes region Weather in February

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

Planning a trip to the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America this February? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in the Finger Lakes region in February

The Finger Lakes region, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. February in the Finger Lakes region generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During February, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 0°C (32°F) and nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) in Ithaca. On average, February is the coldest month of the year in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

For a closer look at conditions across the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Penn Yan with an average of 48 mm (1.9 in) to moderate snowfall in Skaneateles with 75 mm (3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Ithaca, you can expect around 119 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 the Finger Lakes region by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Finger Lakes region — and find the best time to visit. (based on Ithaca)

Best Places to Visit in the Finger Lakes region in February

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

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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 the Finger Lakes region

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

Temperature range in the Finger Lakes region (February)

Precipitation variation in the Finger Lakes region (February)

Ithaca

In February Ithaca generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
119 hours
175 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Canandaigua

In February Canandaigua generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Geneva

In February Geneva generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°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
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
119 hours
175 hours
Monthly snowfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
50 mm (2 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Watkins Glen

In February Watkins Glen generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
50 mm (2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Corning

In February Corning generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -11°C (12°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snowfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
52 mm (2 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ithaca 0°C (32°F) -9°C (16°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Canandaigua 0°C (32°F) -8°C (18°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Geneva 0°C (32°F) -8°C (18°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Watkins Glen 0°C (32°F) -9°C (16°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Corning 0°C (32°F) -11°C (12°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Auburn 0°C (32°F) -9°C (16°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)

The Finger Lakes region weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America in February?

Expect poor weather across the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America in February. The popular destination of Ithaca averages 0°C (32°F) by day and -9°C (16°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America in February?

Daytime temperatures in Ithaca peak at roughly 0°C (32°F) in February, dropping to about -9°C (16°F) overnight.

Does the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America get a lot of snow/rain in February?

Not particularly. Ithaca averages just 57 mm (2.2 in) of snow/rain in February, making it a mostly dry month for the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America.

Is February a Good Time to Visit the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Ithaca, February may not be the ideal time to visit the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Ithaca. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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