Late winter · Weather & things to do
Denver in February
Little changes in Denver from January: highs stay near 47°F (8°C), lows near 24°F (-4°C), and about 0.8 in (21 mm) of rain or snow falls.
Its comfort score of 61/100 is still Good, though it ranks 10th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 47°F (8°C)
- Avg low
- 24°F (-4°C)
- Rain or snow
- 0.8 in (21 mm)
- Humidity
- 56%
- Cloud cover
- 57%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 29 min
- Comfort score
- 61/100 · Good
What February feels like
Afternoons only reach about 47°F (8°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 24°F (-4°C), so expect frost and ice.
Precipitation is light, about 0.8 in (21 mm) of rain or snow, and since nights fall well below freezing, what does fall may well be snow.
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April & May and September & October.
- Comfort holds steady from January (60 → 61/100).
- Our Colorado Rockies route recommends Jun – Sep, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Insulated jackethighs only 47°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 24°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 Denver in February
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Buckhorn Exchange
Denver's oldest restaurant (1893), packed with taxidermy and serving steaks and game.
Sam's No. 3
Diner institution since 1927, known for big breakfasts and green chile.
Larimer Square
Denver's oldest block, lined with Victorian buildings, string lights, shops and restaurants.
Why now February scores 61/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre
Concert venue set between 300-foot sandstone monoliths with views back to the Denver skyline.
Why now Highs near 47°F and 0.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Death & Co Denver
Serious cocktail bar inside the Ramble Hotel lobby, a short walk from RiNo's mural streets.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in February
- Rocky Mountain NP in February~56 mi · highs 25°F, 1.5 in rain or snow · 12°C (22°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Breckenridge in February~59 mi · highs 24°F, 1.9 in rain or snow · 13°C (23°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Vail in February~73 mi · highs 29°F, 1.9 in rain or snow · 10°C (17°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Aspen in February~105 mi · highs 31°F, 1.8 in rain or snow · 9°C (16°F) cooler by day, wetter
These averages also cover City Park and Downtown Denver & 16th Street.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~2,095 m to Denver's ~1,597 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.
Denver in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Denver?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 61/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are April & May and September & October. Expect highs of 47°F (8°C) and 0.8 in (21 mm) of rain or snow. Our Colorado Rockies route recommends Jun – Sep, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Denver in February?
Average highs are 47°F (8°C) and average lows 24°F (-4°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Denver in February?
Not much: about 0.8 in (21 mm) of rain or snow falls across February on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 17.3 in (440 mm).
What should I pack for Denver in February?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 47°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 24°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).
Planning Denver in February?
Share this February plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.