New York · February
Low seasonUSA · North America
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 5° (41°)-6– (21–)16 (61) | 6° (43°)-2– (28–)17 (63) | 11° (52°)0– (32–)23 (73) | 17° (63°)8– (46–)28 (82) | 22° (72°)12– (54–)31 (88) | 27° (81°)19– (66–)33 (91) | 30° (86°)23– (73–)35 (95) | 29° (84°)23– (73–)34 (93) | 25° (77°)18– (64–)32 (90) | 19° (66°)10– (50–)26 (79) | 13° (55°)3– (37–)21 (70) | 8° (46°)-2– (28–)17 (63) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | -1° (30°)-12– (10–)7 (45) | -1° (30°)-10– (14–)8 (46) | 3° (37°)-6– (21–)11 (52) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)16 (61) | 14° (57°)7– (45–)22 (72) | 19° (66°)12– (54–)24 (75) | 23° (73°)17– (63–)26 (79) | 22° (72°)16– (61–)25 (77) | 18° (64°)11– (52–)23 (73) | 12° (54°)4– (39–)19 (66) | 6° (43°)-2– (28–)15 (59) | 2° (36°)-7– (19–)9 (48) |
☀️Sunshine | 5h UV 4 | 6h UV 5 | 7h UV 6 | 7h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 7 | 7h UV 6 | 6h UV 5 | 6h UV 4 | 4h UV 3 |
🌊Water Temp | 5° (41°) | 4° (39°) | 6° (43°) | 9° (48°) | 14° (57°) | 19° (66°) | 22° (72°) | 23° (73°) | 22° (72°) | 18° (64°) | 13° (55°) | 9° (48°) |
🌧Rain Days | 7d100mm (3.9") | 7d82mm (3.2") | 7d103mm (4.0") | 7d112mm (4.4") | 8d98mm (3.9") | 8d106mm (4.2") | 8d123mm (4.8") | 8d124mm (4.9") | 6d98mm (3.9") | 7d117mm (4.6") | 6d81mm (3.2") | 9d115mm (4.5") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
February in New York is on the cool side — with highs around 6°C (43°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 6°C (43°F) during the day and drop to -1°C (30°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 17°C (63°F), the coldest nights around -10°C (14°F) — frost does occur. With 6 sunshine hours per day and 7 rain days (82 mm (3.2 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 4°C (39°F), the water is still quite cool in February — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Cold, clear winter days and a city in lights: ice rinks, shop-window displays and Christmas markets make December the high season. January and February are quieter and hotels cheaper, with museums and Broadway shows the best programme. Snow occasionally turns Central Park into a postcard.
Packing list for New York in February
- Winter coat
- Thermal clothing and warm layers
- Hat, scarf and gloves
- Warm, waterproof shoes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is February a good time to visit New York?
- February is not an optimal month for New York (Score: 39/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June and September.
- How warm is it in New York in February?
- In February, New York sees daily highs of 6°C (43°F). Nights cool to -1°C (30°F), with a daily average of 3°C (37°F). Peaks reach around 17°C (63°F), the coldest nights around -10°C (14°F) — frost does occur.
- How much rain falls in New York in February?
- In February, New York receives an average of 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain over 7 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does New York get in February?
- New York averages 6 sunshine hours per day in February — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in New York in February?
- Water temperature in New York in February averages 4°C (39°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
