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Rochester Weather in February

With daytime temperatures of 0°C (32°F) and nighttime lows of -8°C (18°F), February in Rochester brings very low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical. Around 67 mm (2.6 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Rochester in February

Snow/rain is expected on roughly 17 days, totalling around 67 mm (2.6 in) for the month. With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Rochester in February

February in Rochester sees highs of 0°C (32°F) and lows of -8°C (18°F) overnight. Winter occurs in February. Expect a distinctly cold feel throughout the day, not just overnight. Nights drop below freezing to -8°C (18°F). An extra blanket is worth packing if you're unsure about the heating where you're staying. As the coldest month of the year, it's important to pack plenty of warm clothes and winter gear.

February in Rochester can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Rochester Temperature in February

Min Temperature
-8°C (18°F)
Max Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Chance of Rain
57%
Precipitation
67 mm (2.6 in)
Rainy days
17 days

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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).

What to Wear in Rochester in February

Cold weather calls for smart layering in February. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days.

What To Do in Rochester in February

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    2/10
  • Walking
    2/10
  • Barbeque
    1/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    2/10

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