Late winter · Weather & things to do
Jackson in February
Little changes in Jackson from January: highs stay near 29°F (-1°C), lows near 9°F (-13°C), and about 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain or snow falls.
With a comfort score of 44/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 29°F (-1°C)
- Avg low
- 9°F (-13°C)
- Rain or snow
- 2.4 in (62 mm)
- Humidity
- 98%
- Cloud cover
- 70%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 17 min
- Comfort score
- 44/100 · Tough
What February feels like
Real cold sets in, with afternoon highs around 29°F (-1°C).
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 9°F (-13°C), so expect frost and ice.
Expect about 2.4 in (62 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.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, December – February.
- Comfort holds steady from January (44 → 44/100).
- February sits inside the Mid-Dec – Mar window our Grand Teton, Jackson & Yellowstone route recommends.
What to pack for February
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 9°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 2.4 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Jackson in February
With highs near 29°F, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Town Square
Jackson's central park, entered under four arches made of shed elk antlers that are strung with lights in winter.
National Museum of Wildlife Art
Museum of wildlife painting and sculpture built into a hillside directly across from the Elk Refuge.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 29°F.
Snow King Mountain
Jackson's town ski hill since 1939, rising straight from the edge of downtown, with night skiing.
Elk Refuge sleigh ride
Horse-drawn sleigh rides out among the wintering elk, leaving from the visitor center on North Cache Street.
Mangy Moose
Teton Village saloon and restaurant at the base of the tram, a Jackson Hole après-ski fixture since the 1960s.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 29°F.
Nearby in February
- Grand Teton National Park in February~22 mi · highs 26°F, 2.9 in rain or snow · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Yellowstone National Park in February~67 mi · highs 21°F, 3.0 in rain or snow · 4°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Yellowstone in February~79 mi · highs 21°F, 3.0 in rain or snow · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Salt Lake City in February~196 mi · highs 41°F, 1.8 in rain or snow · 6°C (12°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~2,418 m to Jackson's ~1,883 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.
Jackson in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Jackson?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 44/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are June – September. Expect highs of 29°F (-1°C) and 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain or snow. February is inside the Mid-Dec – Mar window our Grand Teton, Jackson & Yellowstone route recommends.
How cold is Jackson in February?
Average highs are 29°F (-1°C) and average lows 9°F (-13°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Jackson in February?
Some: about 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain or snow falls across February on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 25.8 in (656 mm).
What should I pack for Jackson in February?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 9°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 2.4 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in February
- Grand Teton, Jackson & Yellowstone Mid-Dec – Mar
Planning Jackson in February?
Share this February plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.