Boston Weather in February: Temperature, Precipitation, Wind

Updated on: June 14, 2024 Author: Rickey Bohn

Temperature

1.9°C

35.4°F

High temperature

6°C

42.9°F

Low temperature

-2.6°C

27.3°F

Feels like

-2.1°C

28.2°F

Rainy days

8 days

Rainfall level

1.19mm

0.05 inch

Cloud coverage

67.7%

Wind speed

31.5km/h

19.6mph

Daylight time

10:34:34

UV index

3.5

-3.4°C

26.0°F

-0.6°C

31.0°F

-7.7°C

18.0°F

-16.0°C

3.0°F

1.8°C

35.0°F

4.6°C

40.0°F

-1.3°C

30.0°F

5.4°C

42.0°F

4.9°C

41.0°F

8.6°C

47.0°F

4.5°C

40.0°F

4.3°C

40.0°F

4.3°C

40.0°F

6.1°C

43.0°F

7.4°C

45.0°F

13.2°C

56.0°F

8.2°C

47.0°F

-0.6°C

31.0°F

4.2°C

40.0°F

10.8°C

51.0°F

3.8°C

39.0°F

4.0°C

39.0°F

-0.5°C

31.0°F

-1.4°C

29.0°F

-8.3°C

17.0°F

-2.8°C

27.0°F

-1.6°C

29.0°F

1.1°C

34.0°F

In February, Boston has an average temperature of 1.9°C, with highs of 6.0°C and lows of -2.6°C. It feels slightly colder than the actual temperatures, ranging from -8.0°C to 3.9°C, with an average feel of -2.1°C. The humidity levels average 60.1%.

Detailed weather report for Boston in February

Boston experiences precipitation of around 1.19" (30.2mm) with a 35.7% chance spread over 11.2 days during the month. Snowfall is common, averaging 0.28" (7.1mm) over 8.8 days, with a snow depth of 0.25" (6.4mm). The city sees windy conditions, with an average wind speed of 31.5 km/h, gusting up to 45.3 km/h. The most common weather condition is partly cloudy during the day, with an average cloud cover of 67.7%. Visibility is typically good at 15.0 kilometers. The average UV index is 3.5, which poses a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure.

What is the temperature in Boston in February?

Average air temperature in Boston is 1.9°C (35.4°F) in February. The outside temperature in Boston feels like -2.1°C (28.2°F) on a typical February day. The highest average temperature during sunny days is 6°C (42.9°F) and feels like 3.9°C (39°F). The lowest average temperature after dark is -2.6°C (27.3°F) which feels like -8°C (17.7°F).

How hot is Boston in February?

The hot temperature in February in Boston rises to 16.8°C (62.2°F) on sunny days with low cloud coverage and 60.1% humidity. During hottest days of February it feels like 16.8 °C (62.2°F). The average maximum temp in Boston is 6°C (62.2°F) during day time in February.

How cold is Boston in February?

The coldest temp in Boston in February drops to -22.8°C (-9°F) during the cold nights. With 31.5km/h (19.6mph) winds and 60.1% humidity it feels like -37.8°C (-36°F) on the coldest nights. The average minimum temperature is -2.6°C (27.3°F) during night time in February.

Does it rain in Boston in February?

Yes, it rains for 8 days in Boston, United States in February averaging 1.19 mm of precipitation. Boston has a 35.7% chance for rain throughout the entire month of February.

How much does it rain in Boston throughout February?

Boston has 1.19 mm (0.05 inch) of rain per day on average in February. It rains for an average of 8 days out of the entire month.

Does it snow in Boston in February?

Yes, it snows in Boston during February. The average snowfall is 0.28 cm (0.11 inch) per day. And there is 0.25 cm (0.1 inch) of snow on the ground.

Is Boston windy in February?

The average speed of wind in Boston, United States during February is 31.5km/h (19.6mph) and average windgust is 45.3km/h (28.2mph). On some days in February wind can reach up to 51.1km/h (31.8mph).

What is the direction of the wind in Boston in February?

Most days of February the wind is blowing from Southwest direction in Boston.

What are the humidity levels in Boston in February?

The average humidity levels in Boston in February are 60.1%. Daily humidity levels in Boston range from 28.9% to 95.1% during February.

How many hours of daylight are in Boston in February?

Boston has 10 hours 34 minutes of daylight in February on average. Sunset and sunrise times gradually change throughout the month. Sunrise in Boston in February is at 6:41:01 and the sunset is at 17:15:35.

What is the cloud coverage in Boston in February?

Clouds cover 67.7% of the sky on average throughout February in Boston. The cloud coverage ranges from 21.5% to 100% depending on the day of the month.

What is the UV level in February in Boston?

The average UV index in Boston is 3.5 in February. UV levels change throughout the month and range from 1 to 6.

What is the solar radiation in Boston in February?

The average solar radiation is 73.7 W/m2 (Watts per square meter) in Boston during February. However solar radiation levels change throughout the month and range from 20 W/m2 to 128.4 W/m2.

What is the solar energy during February in Boston?

The average solar energy during February in Boston is 6.4 MJ/m2 (megajoules per square metre). Solar energy ranges from 1.7 MJ/m2, to 11.1 MJ/m2 during February.

Are there severe weather risks in Boston in February?

Yes, there is a 10% risk for severe weather in Boston, United States in February.

What is the air pressure in Boston in February?

On average the air pressure in Boston in February is 1016.6 mb (millibars). Throughout the month the sea level pressure ranges from 1003.3 mb to 1031.8 mb.

What is the visibility in Boston in February?

The average daylight visibility in Boston in February is 15 km (9.3 miles). Depending on the precipitation the visibility ranges from 2.9 km (1.8 miles) to 16 km (9.9 miles) throughout February.

What is the dew point in Boston in February?

The average dew point in Boston during February is -5.7°C (21.7°F).

Where is the data for Boston climate in February coming from?

The climate data for Boston, Massachusetts, United States in February is collected from the following weather stations.

Northeastern University MA US WEATHERSTEM
BEDFORD HANSCOM FIELD, MA US
BOSTON, MA US
NORWOOD MEMORIAL AIRPORT, MA US
N1OTX Woburn MA US
KB1DML Cambridge MA US
BLUE HILLS MA US
CW2236 Milton MA US
FW2140 Somerville MA US
FW2861 North Weymouth MA US
KBED
KBOS
KOWD