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New England Weather in February

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

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Planning a getaway to New England, 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 New England in February

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

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Stowe at -2°C (28°F) and cold in Plymouth at 4°C (39°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to -7°C (19°F) in Plymouth and -13°C (9°F) in Stowe. February is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

For specific regional insights in New England, the United States of America, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Burlington with an average of 55 mm (2.2 in) to high snowfall in Plymouth with 109 mm (4.3 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Boston as an example - it receives around 168 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore New England by month

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

January3°C (37°F) February3°C (37°F) March8°C (46°F) April14°C (57°F) May20°C (68°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August27°C (81°F) September24°C (75°F) October17°C (63°F) November12°C (54°F) December6°C (43°F)
Best Time to Visit New England →

Best Places to Visit in New England in February

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

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 New England

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

Temperature range in New England (February)

Precipitation variation in New England (February)

Boston

In February Boston generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
168 hours
212 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Boston →

Bar Harbor

In February Bar Harbor generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°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 »
January
February
March
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bar Harbor →

Portsmouth

In February Portsmouth generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
171 hours
210 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
102 mm (4 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Portsmouth →

Providence

In February Providence generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
173 hours
216 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Providence →

Burlington

In February Burlington generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°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 »
January
February
March
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
128 hours
150 hours
192 hours
Monthly snowfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Burlington →

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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 New England in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Boston 3°C (37°F) -6°C (21°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Bar Harbor 1°C (34°F) -9°C (16°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Portsmouth 2°C (36°F) -8°C (18°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Providence 4°C (39°F) -6°C (21°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Burlington -2°C (28°F) -11°C (12°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Hartford 3°C (37°F) -7°C (19°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)

New England weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

New England, the United States of America typically experiences poor weather in February, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Boston average around 3°C (37°F), and temperatures drop to about -6°C (21°F) at night.

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

Boston averages a daytime maximum of 3°C (37°F) in February, with overnight lows close to -6°C (21°F).

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

New England, the United States of America sees substantial snow/rainfall in February. Boston typically averages about 103 mm (4.1 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

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

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

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

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