Massachusetts weather in February
Are you planning a trip to Massachusetts in February and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Massachusetts in February?
Massachusetts is a region in the United States of America. February in Massachusetts generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. February falls during the winter season.
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very cold in Hancock at -0°C to cold in Edgartown at 4°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -4°C in Edgartown and -11°C in Hancock. In numerous regions in the United States of America, February is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.
In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Williamstown with an average of 78 mm to high snow/rainfall in Scituate with 114 mm. The city Boston usually sees around 168 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Massachusetts in February, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Massachusetts climate page.
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What is the weather like in February for the 5 most popular destinations in Massachusetts?
Boston
In February Boston generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Rockport
In February Rockport generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Provincetown
In February Provincetown generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Gloucester
In February Gloucester generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Cambridge
In February Cambridge generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Massachusetts, in the United States of America.
Is February the best time to visit Massachusetts?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Boston, February may not be the ideal time to visit Massachusetts.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Boston. The weather in January, February, March and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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