February could be a good time to visit New York, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +43°F, and there are typically 7 sunny days in February. However, expect about 7 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 48 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+43°F
Avg. max. temperature
-6°F
Min.
+77°F
Max.
48 mm
Total precipitation
61%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: New York has OK weather in February.
Average temperature in New York in February
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in New York for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in February is +48°F with a maximum of +64°F and a minimum of +7°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +37°F to +37°F.
Is New York warm or cold in February?
New York is typically chill in February.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +39°F to +43°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +28°F to +28°F.
Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
February is one of the coolest months in New York, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in New York in February
Water in New York in February is Cold. It varies from +37°F to +42°F, with an average of +39°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +43°F.
The water temperature in February is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in New York are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +74°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +39°F.
Can you swim in New York in February?
We would not recommend swimming in New York in February, the water is very cold (+39°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in New York in February
New York weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
January
February
March
Avg. temperature
+39°F
+43°F
+50°F
Min. temperature
-9°F
-6°F
+7°F
Max. temperature
+70°F
+77°F
+79°F
Rainfall
61 mm
48 mm
85 mm
Wind
5 m/s
5 m/s
5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+41°F
+39°F
+40°F
Humidity
63%
61%
59%
Air pressure
1017 HPa
1017 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
7
7
8
Cloudy days
10
8
9
Rainy days
7
7
11
Snowy days
7
6
3
February weather is still as ok as in January.It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +39°F to +43°F during the day.As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 61 mm to 48 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 63% to 61%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 5 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 7 sunny days during the month.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in March as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in New York in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 6 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in New York is gradually increasing during February, going from 5 m/s to 6 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during February in New York based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in February is about 53 mm, with a 36% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 19 mm, which is considered light rain.February is a pretty wet month with over 10 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
New York wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 42% chance of precipitation and 113 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 24% chance of precipitation and 48 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during February in New York based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The total snow in February is about 1 mm, with a 0% chance of snow on a typical day.
February is one of the snowiest months in New York.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last February in New York?
This is the weather in New York in February 2023:
1 February
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+38°F
2 February
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+40°F
3 February
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+38°F
4 February
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+23°F
5 February
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+47°F
6 February
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+52°F
7 February
☀️
+43°F
8 February
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+54°F
9 February
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+50°F
10 February
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+58°F
11 February
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+51°F
12 February
☀️
+46°F
13 February
🌧️
+57°F
14 February
☀️
+55°F
15 February
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+64°F
16 February
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+62°F
17 February
🌧️
+59°F
18 February
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+43°F
19 February
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+48°F
20 February
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+61°F
21 February
🌧️
+55°F
22 February
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+44°F
23 February
🌧️
+43°F
24 February
🌫️
+46°F
25 February
☀️
+35°F
26 February
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+51°F
27 February
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+47°F
28 February
🌧️
+38°F
In February 2023 New York had 21 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +48°F, with an absolute maximum of +64°F and a minimum of +23°F. The average humidity was 59%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 22%. The average wind speed was 6 m/s, with a maximum of 20 m/s and a minimum of 1 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in February?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how New York climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in New York in February has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1996 (+59°F) and the highest in 2016 (+65°F). The driest year was 1982 with only 711 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 1785 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in New York in February:
Is February a good time to visit New York?
It’s always a good time to visit New York, but the weather is changeable in February, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in New York in February?
Not really, February is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in New York in February?
Swimming in New York in February is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is New York rainy in February?
New York is usually dry in February. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in New York in February?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in New York in February, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in New York, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.