Weather in New York City in February
In an average February, New York City sees a daily high around 40°F and a low around 25°F, based on 1980–2026 of local climate records.
| Average high | 40°F |
|---|---|
| Typical high range | 29°F to 53°F |
| Average low | 25°F |
| Typical low range | 13°F to 37°F |
| Average daily precipitation | 0.10 in |
February records
The most extreme February on record for each metric, across 1980–2026. For rainfall, the wettest and driest are by total February accumulation.
High
Highest
76°F
2018-02-21
Lowest
15°F
2003-02-16
Low
Highest
56°F
2017-02-25
Lowest
-10°F
2015-02-24
Feels-like
Highest
56°F
2017-02-25
Lowest
-28°F
2015-02-24
Humidity
Highest
12.9 g/m³
2018-02-21
Lowest
0.6 g/m³
2016-02-14
Wind
Highest
25 mph
1985-02-12
Lowest
4 mph
2020-02-01
Gust
Highest
66 mph
1985-02-12
Lowest
6 mph
2005-02-01
Precip
Wettest
6.73 in
2008
Driest
0.85 in
2002
See New York City's live weather grade →
Visiting New York City in February? See how its comfort stacks up against where you live.
Compare New York City with your city →