Normal weather for Manhattan in February

It's cold in February in Manhattan with an average temperature of 7°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 4°C to a high of 12°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -4°C and 3°C.

In February, there is an average of 109 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. Of the total precipitation, about 17 cm falls as snow in February. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.

Manhattan in February		New York
Average Temperature	7°C	6°C
High Temp	12°C	10°C
Low Temp	4°C	2°C
Total Precipitation	109 mm	82 mm
Rainy Days	15 days	11 days
Total Snowfall	17 cm	34 cm
Snowy Days	9 days	12 days

Start of February

The month of February starts in Manhattan with cold temps, averaging around 7°C during the day and nights around 0°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.

With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, wear a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.

Mid February

By mid-February, daytime temps stay steady at around 7°C, with nights around 0°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.

Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers. During the day, wear a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.

End of February

By the end of February, the average daytime temperature in Manhattan is around 8°C, while nighttime temps are about 2°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.

Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended. During the day, wear a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.

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Water temperature

The water temperature at Manhattan is 10°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.

UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.

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Looking for sun? February isn’t a good month to be in Manhattan. There’s too much chance of rain this month.

Temperature records for Manhattan in February

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Daily Temperature in February in Manhattan

This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in February for Manhattan, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.

Daily Precipitation in February in Manhattan

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in February for Manhattan, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.

A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for February, you can expect about 15 days of precipitation in Manhattan.

Daily Precipitation in February in Manhattan

Daily Snowfall in February in Manhattan

This chart shows the average daily snowfall in February in Manhattan, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in February.

Daily UV Index in February in Manhattan

This chart shows the average daily UV index in February in Manhattan, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.

Temperature in February in Manhattan Over the Years

This chart shows the average temperature in February in Manhattan, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.

Total Precipitation in February in Manhattan Over the Years

This chart shows the average precipitation in February in Manhattan, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.

Snowfall in February in Manhattan per year

This chart shows the average snowfall in February in Manhattan, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.

Snowfall in February in Manhattan over the past years

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Daily Climate in February for Manhattan

Click on any day in February to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Manhattan. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

Average Weather in Manhattan by Month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Manhattan. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.