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How's the Weather in Boston in February?

Updated: January 24, 2024

This post is an overview of the February weather in Boston.

We include snow and precipitation forecasts, as well as tips on how to dress and things to do.

You may also want to check out the weather in January and March as well.


HOW COLD IS BOSTON IN FEBRUARY?

February in Boston tends to be on the cold side, however, it can have some milder periods. 

Early in February, overnight and early morning low temperatures tend to be in the low to mid-20s F (-5 C) warming to the upper 20s F (-2 C) towards the end of the month.

How Cold is It in Boston?

A few of the colder mornings, however, will dip down into the 10-15 F (-9 to -12 C) range.

At night, the thermometer dips to 32 F (0 C) or below on about 23 days.

The all-time record low temperature for Boston in February was -18 F (-27.8 C) in 1934.

Daytime high temperatures tend to average in the mid-30s F (2-3 C) early in the month but warm up into the low 40s F (5 C) by the end of the month.

A few of the warmer afternoons in February can reach up into the low to mid-50s F (11-13 C).

The all-time record high temperature in Boston during February was 73 F (22.8 C) in 2017. 


HOW MUCH SUN AND PRECIPITATION?

This month you will find that about 15 days will be either sunny or at least partly sunny.

Does It Snow In Boston in February?

So, there should be ample time to see some of the city’s historic locations.

About 10 days during February record measurable precipitation with about 5 of these days reporting snow.


DOES IT SNOW IN BOSTON IN FEBRUARY?

Yes. It snows approximately 5 days on average in February.

Of the days with snow, about 2 or 3 will have snowfalls of at least 1 inch (2.5 cm).

1 or 2 days will record 3 inches (7.7 cm) or more, and about 1 day this month will see a snowfall of at least 5 inches (12.7 cm).


WHAT TO WEAR IN FEBRUARY?

This is a cold month so winter-ware is a must, including a warm coat along with scarfs, gloves and boots for the snowy days and an umbrella for the rain.

What to Wear in February in Boston

Don’t forget a good pair of walking shoes for the nicer days.


WHAT TO DO IN BOSTON IN FEBRUARY?

Below are 10 top things to do in February in Boston.

But, be sure to read our full post on what to do in Boston in February.

This post includes free things to do, night and family-friendly activities and attractions, as well as our definitive post on the best things to do in Boston.

And if you are planning on visiting many of Boston’s top attractions, then you should consider a tourist discount pass.

These passes could save up to 50% of retail ticket prices to tours, attractions, and restaurants.

  1. Walk the Freedom Trail
  2. Lunar New Years at the Museum of Fine Arts
  3. Boston Wine Festival
  4. Groundhog Day at Drumlin Farms
  5. Feb Fest: National Engineering Week at MIT
  6. Go Ice Skating
  7. Catch a film at the historic Coolidge Corner Theatre
  8. Take an enclosed boat tour
  9. Annual Boston Beanpot Hockey Tournament
  10. Celebrate Valentines Day

Be sure to check out all the top things to do in February in our main post.


Seasonal Outlook - January to March 2024 Boston

There is a 80% chance for normal to above normal temperatures with near normal rainfall.


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Brian Burgess

I was born in Cambridge and have been living in the Boston area all my life. I am a graduate of Boston's Emerson College with a degree in communications with a journalism/history focus. I have been leading tours for Free Tours By Foot Boston since it was started in the city of Boston in 2012, and enjoy sharing my knowledge of Boston's rich history with not only the guests on my tours, but with everyone I meet. <a href="https://freetoursbyfoot.com/contributors/brian-burgess/" Read More...
Updated: January 24th, 2024
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