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Boston weather in February

Long-run climate averages for Boston, MA in February, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

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February at a glance

In February, Boston averages 38°F by day and 21°F at night. The wettest month is usually November.

February in Boston averages a daytime high of 38°F and an overnight low of 21°F, which reads as cold for this part of the world. It is among the three coldest months of the year here. Overnight temperatures drop below freezing, so expect frost and pack accordingly. Across the whole year Boston sees roughly 48 inches of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like - for that, see the live Boston forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Boston weather by month

what to expect in Boston through the year, 1991-2020 averages

Here is Boston's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Boston by season.

Jan
35°
22°
Cold
Feb
38°
21°
Cold
Mar
44°
29°
Cool
Apr
55°
38°
Cool
May
67°
48°
Mild
Jun
76°
58°
Warm
Jul
82°
66°
Warm
Aug
81°
65°
Warm
Sep
72°
57°
Warm
Oct
61°
45°
Mild
Nov
50°
35°
Cool
Wettest
Dec
40°
27°
Cool

Bottom line: over the last 30 days the European model has been the most accurate forecast for Boston, scoring 85/100 on our CheckWeather Score, ahead of the American at 84. See the full US accuracy scoreboard for exactly how every model is tested.

Common questions

How warm is Boston in February?
Boston averages a daytime high of 38°F in February, with overnight lows around 21°F. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast - for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is February a good time to visit Boston?
The most comfortable time to visit Boston is usually May, June, September and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest November rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Boston in February?
The wettest month in Boston is usually November. Across the year the city sees roughly 48 inches of precipitation.

Climate averages from ERA5 reanalysis. Model accuracy re-scored over a rolling 30 days. Page updated .

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