Late winter · Weather & things to do
Homer in February
Homer edges warmer than January, with highs of 34°F (1°C), lows of 26°F (-3°C) and about 5.1 in (130 mm) of rain or snow.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 34/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 34°F (1°C)
- Avg low
- 26°F (-3°C)
- Rain or snow
- 5.1 in (130 mm)
- Humidity
- 90%
- Cloud cover
- 77%
- Daylight
- ~8 h 50 min
- Comfort score
- 34/100 · Tough
What February feels like
Highs only reach about 34°F (1°C), so plan short stints outside between indoor stops.
Average lows of 26°F (-3°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
Expect about 5.1 in (130 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because the average temperature is below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 77%.
Daylight is short, roughly 8 h 50 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around February
February sits mid-table; the best months are June – August.
- Comfort holds steady from January (32 → 34/100).
- Our Alaska Glacier Route recommends Jun – Aug, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 26°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 5.1 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Homer in February
With 5.1 in of rain or snow, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Homer Brewing Company
Homer's oldest brewery, a small taproom pouring growlers and pints.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 34°F.
Salty Dawg Saloon
Lighthouse-topped log bar on the Spit, walls papered with signed dollar bills.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
La Baleine Cafe
Small Spit cafe known for seafood breakfast bowls and fresh fish.
Why now A cozy break on a 34°F day.
Pratt Museum
Local museum covering Kachemak Bay natural history and Homer's homesteading past.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 34°F.
Two Sisters Bakery
Old Town bakery and cafe for coffee, pastries and soup near Bishop's Beach.
Nearby in February
- Seward in February~80 mi · highs 33°F, 8.7 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Anchorage in February~123 mi · highs 28°F, 2.0 in rain or snow · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, drier
- Talkeetna in February~191 mi · highs 25°F, 2.4 in rain or snow · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~285 m to Homer's ~32 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.
Homer in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Homer?
It's middling, scoring 34/100. The best months are June – August, at up to 69. Expect highs of 34°F (1°C) and 5.1 in (130 mm) of rain or snow. Our Alaska Glacier Route recommends Jun – Aug, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Homer in February?
Average highs are 34°F (1°C) and average lows 26°F (-3°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Homer in February?
Yes: about 5.1 in (130 mm) of rain or snow falls across February on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 64.1 in (1627 mm).
What should I pack for Homer in February?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 26°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 5.1 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Homer in February?
Share this February plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.