Chicago in february: average Weather, Temperature and Climate
Weather in Chicago in february 2025
The weather in Chicago in the month of february comes from statistical datas on the last years. You can view the weather statistics the entire month, but also navigating through the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.
Average weather throughout february
very bad weather 267.7cm
Weather at 6am
25°F
Snow showers
26% of time
25%
22%
21%
Weather at 12pm
31°F
Snow showers
28% of time
25%
23%
20%
Weather at 6pm
29°F
Snow showers
32% of time
25%
20%
17%
Weather at 3am
27°F
33%
27%
17%
17%
Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Chicago in february
These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in Chicago in february.
The climate of Chicago in february is very bad
The climate in february in Chicago is wet (with 3.9in of precipitation over 5 days). The weather is worst than the previous month since in january there is an average of 3.5in of rainfall over 4 days.
The climate is rather cold in that area february. Bring warm clothes! Temperatures are up to 32°F. The minimum is 25°F. Thus, the mean temperature average in february in Chicago is 29°F. Note that seasonal normals in contrast with those observed in Chicago in february with a maximum record of 58°F in 2017 and a minimum record of -11°F in 2021. You need to prepare to have about 23 days with temperatures down below 32°F, or 79% of time.
On average, in Chicago, the days of february last 10:38. Sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset is at 17:24.
February: another location in the United States (USA)?
If you want to go to the United States (USA) in february, there are destinations with better weather than Chicago:
In february, Miami (Florida) has perfect weather.
Furthermore, Hawaii (Honolulu), Houston, Phoenix (Arizona), Dauphin Island (Alabama), Edisto Beach and Gulf Shores (Alabama) have good weather.
Finally, California, Louisiana, Atlanta, Dallas, Austin and Myrtle Beach have a tolerable climate, but better than Chicago.
Seasonal average climate and temperature of Chicago in february
Check below seasonal norms These statistics are set from the weather statements earlier years of the month of february.
| February | |||||
| Outside temperature | |||||
| Average temperature | 29°F | ||||
| Highest temperature | 32°F | ||||
| Lowest temperature | 25°F | ||||
| Highest record temperature | 58°F (2017) | ||||
| Lowest record temperature | -11°F (2021) | ||||
| Number of days at +65°F | 0 day(s) (0%) | ||||
| Number of days at -32°F | 23 day(s) (79%) | ||||
| Sea temperature | |||||
| Average sea temperature | 37°F | ||||
| Lowest sea temperature | 34°F | ||||
| Highest sea temperature | 39°F | ||||
| Wind | |||||
| Wind speed | 25km/h | ||||
| Wind temperature | 14°F | ||||
| Precipitation (rainfall) | |||||
| Rainfall | 3.9in | ||||
| Number of days with rainfall | 5 day(s) (17%) | ||||
| Record daily rainfall | 5.5in (2018) | ||||
| Snowfall | 267.7cm | ||||
| Other climate data | |||||
| Humidity | 88% | ||||
| Visibility | 7.72km | ||||
| Cloud cover | 59% | ||||
| UV index | 2 | ||||
| Daily sunshine hours | 7 | ||||
| Sunrise and sunset | |||||
| Time of sunrise | 06:46 | ||||
| Time of sunset | 17:24 | ||||
| Length of day | 10:38 | ||||
| Our opinion about the weather in february | |||||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad | ||||
How was the weather last february?
Here is the day by day recorded weather in Chicago in february 2024:
40°F to 49°F
36°F to 38°F
34°F to 41°F
36°F to 41°F
36°F to 41°F
36°F to 43°F
38°F to 47°F
43°F to 50°F
47°F to 54°F
36°F to 47°F
36°F to 41°F
36°F to 40°F
32°F to 38°F
32°F to 43°F
38°F to 43°F
31°F to 34°F
22°F to 32°F
31°F to 41°F
34°F to 41°F
34°F to 45°F
40°F to 54°F
43°F to 49°F
40°F to 43°F
31°F to 36°F
34°F to 50°F
40°F to 56°F
52°F to 63°F
25°F to 49°F
27°F to 43°F
Map: other cities in the United States (USA) in february
Cities near Chicago:
| Illinois in february | very bad weather |
| Wisconsin in february | very bad weather |
| Indianapolis in february | very bad weather |
| Detroit in february | very bad weather |
| Cincinnati in february | very bad weather |
| St. Louis (Missouri) in february | very bad weather |
| Louisville (Kentucky) in february | very bad weather |
| Cleveland in february | very bad weather |
| Des Moines in february | very bad weather |
| Missouri in february | very bad weather |
| Minneapolis (Minnesota) in february | very bad weather |
| Nashville in february | very bad weather |
Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in february.
Chicago
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Weather data for Chicago in february:
Weather data for Chicago for february are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Chicago. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Chicago can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to Chicago.