February · United States
Best time to visit Philadelphia in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Philadelphia in February
Average temperature 3°C, 81 mm of rain, about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 67% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
6.0/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 3°C
- Rainfall
- 81 mm
- Humidity
- 67%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 18
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
February in Philadelphia scores 6.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 3°C, 81 mm of rain, and roughly 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Independence Hall history and mural-lined neighborhoods feel finest May through September.
February in Philadelphia: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
February averages 3°C (37°F), cold enough that sightseeing works in bursts rather than in one long day on foot.
Rainfall runs 81 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.7 hours of daylight.
It scores 6/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 8.5/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a packable rain layer.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? October scores 2.5 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Philadelphia in February?
- In February, Philadelphia averages 3°C, 81 mm of rain, and about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.0/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Philadelphia?
- February earns a 6.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Philadelphia in February?
- Expect about 81 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 67% and there are about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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