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Downtown St. Louis & the Arch in February
Downtown St. Louis & the Arch warms up: highs climb to 43°F (6°C), from 39°F in January, with lows of 24°F (-5°C) and about 2.5 in (64 mm) of rain or snow.
With a comfort score of 49/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 43°F (6°C)
- Avg low
- 24°F (-5°C)
- Rain or snow
- 2.5 in (64 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 65%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 33 min
- Comfort score
- 49/100 · Fair
What February feels like
Cool days top out near 43°F (6°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 24°F (-5°C), so expect frost and ice.
Expect about 2.5 in (64 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because nights fall well below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are September & October.
- Last month with freezing nights on average; by March, lows rise to 34°F.
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: March brings 3.7 in (93 mm).
- Comfort holds steady from January (47 → 49/100).
- Our St. Louis New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — February falls outside it.
What to pack for February
- Insulated jackethighs only 43°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 24°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 2.5 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Downtown St. Louis & the Arch in February
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
Kiener Plaza
Downtown plaza facing the Old Courthouse and the Arch, home of the free Winterfest Neon Nights party on Dec 31.
Grand Hall at Union Station
Barrel-vaulted 1894 lobby of the old train station, now a bar with a light show projected on the ceiling.
Gateway Arch National Park
The 630-foot steel arch on the riverfront, with a tram to an observation room at the top and a museum below.
Crown Candy Kitchen
Soda fountain open since 1913 in Old North St. Louis, known for BLTs, malts and house-made chocolates.
Nearby in February
- Springfield in February~195 mi · highs 45°F, 2.9 in rain or snow · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Branson in February~215 mi · highs 48°F, 3.0 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Indianapolis in February~230 mi · highs 38°F, 2.7 in rain or snow · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Broad Ripple in February~233 mi · highs 38°F, 2.7 in rain or snow · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Forest Park & the Central West End.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Downtown St. Louis & the Arch in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Downtown St. Louis & the Arch?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 49/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are September & October. Expect highs of 43°F (6°C) and 2.5 in (64 mm) of rain or snow.
How cold is Downtown St. Louis & the Arch in February?
Average highs are 43°F (6°C) and average lows 24°F (-5°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Downtown St. Louis & the Arch in February?
Some: about 2.5 in (64 mm) of rain or snow falls across February on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 43.5 in (1106 mm).
What should I pack for Downtown St. Louis & the Arch in February?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 43°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 24°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 2.5 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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