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Indiana Dunes in February
Indiana Dunes sees its driest month, with just 2.2 in (56 mm) of rain or snow, highs of 35°F (1°C) and lows of 20°F (-6°C).
With a comfort score of 45/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 35°F (1°C)
- Avg low
- 20°F (-6°C)
- Rain or snow
- 2.2 in (56 mm)
- Humidity
- 85%
- Cloud cover
- 70%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 23 min
- Comfort score
- 45/100 · Fair
What February feels like
Highs only reach about 35°F (1°C), so plan short stints outside between indoor stops.
Average lows of 20°F (-6°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
About 2.2 in (56 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with temperatures averaging below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are September.
- Comfort holds steady from January (44 → 45/100).
- Our Indiana & Ohio City-Nature Loop recommends May – Oct, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 20°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Indiana Dunes in February
With highs near 35°F, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Wagner's Ribs
Porter rib house known for slabs of barbecue ribs since the 1970s.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 35°F.
Lucrezia Café
Northern Italian restaurant in a historic Chesterton house.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Shoreline Brewery
Michigan City brewpub with house beers and pub food near the lakefront.
Why now A cozy break on a 35°F day.
Dune Succession Trail
Boardwalk and stair climb showing beach-to-forest dune stages, starting at West Beach.
Indiana Dunes Visitor Center
Joint national and state park visitor center for maps, passes and trail conditions.
Nearby in February
- Chicago in February~34 mi · highs 33°F, 2.1 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Holland in February~92 mi · highs 32°F, 2.4 in rain or snow · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Milwaukee in February~105 mi · highs 31°F, 1.7 in rain or snow · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Broad Ripple in February~132 mi · highs 38°F, 2.7 in rain or snow · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
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.
Indiana Dunes in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Indiana Dunes?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 45/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are September. Expect highs of 35°F (1°C) and 2.2 in (56 mm) of rain or snow. Our Indiana & Ohio City-Nature Loop recommends May – Oct, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Indiana Dunes in February?
Average highs are 35°F (1°C) and average lows 20°F (-6°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Indiana Dunes in February?
Not much: about 2.2 in (56 mm) of rain or snow falls across February on average, the driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 38.7 in (984 mm).
What should I pack for Indiana Dunes in February?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 20°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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