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Weather in February in New Hampshire

Considering a trip to New Hampshire this February and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What is the weather like in New Hampshire in February?

New Hampshire is a region in the United States of America. February in New Hampshire generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. February falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Waterville Valley at -3°C to cold in Salem at 3°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -9°C in Salem and -13°C in Waterville Valley. In many areas in the United States of America, February brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Littleton with an average of 57 mm to high snowfall in Waterville Valley with 109 mm.

Average sunshine

Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 168 hours of sunlight anticipated in Hampton Beach. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.

For specific regional insights in New Hampshire for February, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our New Hampshire climate page.

Where to go in New Hampshire in February

Find more information for the most popular destinations in the New Hampshire on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailes.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

Popular destinations

What is the weather like in February for the 5 most popular destinations in New Hampshire?

Hampton Beach

In February Hampton Beach generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Hampton Beach
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   January January
<<  
2°C 
-8°C 
162 hours 
90 mm 
11 days 
poor 
February February
2°C 
-8°C 
168 hours 
109 mm 
10 days 
poor 
March   >> March
>>  
7°C 
-4°C 
212 hours 
124 mm 
11 days 
poor 
Climate in Hampton Beach

Portsmouth

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

Portsmouth
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   January January
<<  
1°C 
-8°C 
162 hours 
86 mm 
12 days 
poor 
February February
2°C 
-8°C 
171 hours 
102 mm 
9 days 
poor 
March   >> March
>>  
7°C 
-3°C 
210 hours 
116 mm 
11 days 
poor 
Climate in Portsmouth

Manchester

In February Manchester generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Manchester
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   January January
<<  
1°C 
-10°C 
162 hours 
73 mm 
11 days 
poor 
February February
2°C 
-9°C 
171 hours 
88 mm 
9 days 
poor 
March   >> March
>>  
7°C 
-4°C 
210 hours 
94 mm 
10 days 
poor 
Climate in Manchester

Nashua

In February Nashua generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Nashua
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   January January
<<  
2°C 
-9°C 
162 hours 
83 mm 
12 days 
poor 
February February
2°C 
-9°C 
171 hours 
98 mm 
9 days 
poor 
March   >> March
>>  
7°C 
-4°C 
210 hours 
108 mm 
10 days 
poor 
Climate in Nashua

Weirs Beach

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

Weirs Beach
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snowfall precipitationSnowfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   January January
<<  
-1°C 
-11°C 
162 hours 
71 mm 
12 days 
poor 
February February
-0°C 
-11°C 
171 hours 
82 mm 
9 days 
poor 
March   >> March
>>  
5°C 
-6°C 
210 hours 
85 mm 
11 days 
poor 
Climate in Weirs Beach

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Is February the best time to visit New Hampshire?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Hampton Beach, February may not be the ideal time to visit New Hampshire.

On average, the best time to visit New Hampshire is in September with generally perfect weather in Hampton Beach. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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