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Breckenridge in February
Little changes in Breckenridge from January: highs stay near 24°F (-4°C), lows near 3°F (-16°C), and about 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain or snow falls.
With a comfort score of 47/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 24°F (-4°C)
- Avg low
- 3°F (-16°C)
- Rain or snow
- 1.9 in (47 mm)
- Humidity
- 95%
- Cloud cover
- 68%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 30 min
- Comfort score
- 47/100 · Fair
What February feels like
It's cold: daytime highs average just 24°F (-4°C), so build the days around warm stops.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 3°F (-16°C), so expect frost and ice.
Expect about 1.9 in (47 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because the average temperature is below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are June – September.
- Comfort slips from 50/100 in January to 47/100.
- February sits inside the Dec – Mar window our Breckenridge, Vail & Aspen route recommends.
What to pack for February
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 3°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Breckenridge in February
Cold days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Stephen C. West Ice Arena
Town ice arena with an indoor rink and an outdoor rink in winter, with public skate sessions and rentals.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 24°F.
Breckenridge Distillery
Craft distillery known for its bourbon, with a tasting room and restaurant on Airport Road.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 24°F.
Main Street
Main Street of Breckenridge's historic district, lined with restored 1880s storefronts, shops and restaurants.
Breckenridge Welcome Center
Visitor center on Main Street with a free exhibit on the town's gold-mining history.
Breckenridge Ski Resort
Ski area across Peaks 6 to 10 of the Tenmile Range, with the Imperial Express chair topping out at 12,840 feet.
Nearby in February
- Vail in February~20 mi · highs 29°F, 1.9 in rain or snow · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Aspen in February~46 mi · highs 31°F, 1.8 in rain or snow · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Denver in February~59 mi · highs 47°F, 0.8 in rain or snow · 13°C (23°F) warmer by day, drier
- Rocky Mountain NP in February~62 mi · highs 25°F, 1.5 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~3,234 m to Breckenridge's ~2,964 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Breckenridge in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Breckenridge?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 47/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are June – September. Expect highs of 24°F (-4°C) and 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain or snow. February is inside the Dec – Mar window our Breckenridge, Vail & Aspen route recommends.
How cold is Breckenridge in February?
Average highs are 24°F (-4°C) and average lows 3°F (-16°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Breckenridge in February?
Not much: about 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain or snow falls across February on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 22.6 in (573 mm).
What should I pack for Breckenridge in February?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 3°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Breckenridge
Routes in season in February
- Breckenridge, Vail & Aspen Dec – Mar
Planning Breckenridge in February?
Share this February plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.