February weather forecast
New York, NY

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The sunset view over skyscrapers in New York City, USA
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Weather in February

February, like January, maintains its cold temperatures characterizing the peak of the winter season. Temperatures peak slightly higher, moving from 36.5°F (2.5°C) in January to 39.2°F (4°C). February brings shorter nights and lengthier days than the prior month with a moderate level of sunshine. It also receives more flurries than January, which blankets the city's architecture in frosty white snow. The snowfall often contributes to the appeal of various winter sports activities in the city.

Temperature

New York measures an average high-temperature of a still wintry 39.2°F (4°C) in February, nearly consistent with the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) is common during the nights of February.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In New York, in February, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In New York, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169 days and collects up to 36.65" (931mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In New York, during February, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.2 snowfall days, and 7.8" (198mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

With an average ocean temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C), February is the month with the coldest seawater.
Note: Within the context of swimming, this state is extremely cold, dangerous, and can result in death. Hypothermia happens quickly in the absence of protective insulated waterproof clothing.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 41min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During February, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in February?

The high-temperature, in February, in New York, records 39.2°F (4°C), while the low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in February?

In New York, the average relative humidity in February is 76%.

How much does it rain in February?

In New York, during February, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In New York, in February, during 5.5 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

When is the ocean coldest?

With an average ocean temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C), February is the month with the coldest seawater.

What is the ocean temperature in February?

In New York, the average seawater temperature in February is 39.7°F (4.3°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

How many hours of daylight does New York have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does New York have in February?

In New York, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
New York, NY

Average temperature in February - New York, NY
  • Average high temperature in February: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in February
New York, NY

Average pressure in February - New York, NY
  • Average pressure in February: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
New York, NY

Average wind speed in February - New York, NY
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in February
New York, NY

Average humidity in February - New York, NY
  • Average humidity in February: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in February
New York, NY

Average rainfall in February - New York, NY
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in February
New York, NY

Average rainfall days in February - New York, NY
  • Average rainfall days in February: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in February
New York, NY

Average snowfall in February - New York, NY
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
New York, NY

Average snowfall days in February - New York, NY
  • Average snowfall days in February: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in February
New York, NY

Average sea temperature in February - New York, NY
  • Average sea temperature in February: 39.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.7°F).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
New York, NY

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - New York, NY
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
New York, NY

Average sunshine days in February - New York, NY
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in February
New York, NY

Average UV index in February - New York, NY
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
New York, NY

Average cloud cover in February - New York, NY
  • Average cloud cover in February: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in February
New York, NY

Average visibility in February - New York, NY
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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