Late winter · Weather & things to do
Leavenworth in February
Leavenworth warms up: highs climb to 42°F (5°C), from 38°F in January, with lows of 28°F (-2°C) and about 3.0 in (77 mm) of rain or snow.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 44/100, 10th of 12.

- Avg high
- 42°F (5°C)
- Avg low
- 28°F (-2°C)
- Rain or snow
- 3.0 in (77 mm)
- Humidity
- 88%
- Cloud cover
- 70%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 00 min
- Comfort score
- 44/100 · Tough
What February feels like
It's cool, with highs near 42°F (5°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Average lows of 28°F (-2°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
Expect about 3.0 in (77 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because nights fall well below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
Plan around February
February sits mid-table; the best months are May – September.
- Last month with freezing nights on average; by March, lows rise to 32°F.
- Comfort improves from 35/100 in January to 44/100.
- Our Seattle, Snoqualmie Pass & Leavenworth route is planned for Late Nov – Dec, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — February falls outside it.
What to pack for February
- Insulated jackethighs only 42°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 28°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 3.0 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Leavenworth in February
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
München Haus
Open-air Bavarian grill on Front Street serving bratwurst and German beer year-round, with heaters and fire pits in winter.
Andreas Keller
German cellar restaurant under Front Street with schnitzel, sausages and an accordion player on busy nights.
Leavenworth Ski Hill
Small community ski hill just north of town with rope tows, tubing, night skiing and groomed Nordic trails.
Stevens Pass
Major ski area on the Cascade crest, 45 minutes west of Leavenworth on US 2, with night skiing on the front side.
Front Street Park
The town green and gazebo at the heart of the Christmas Lighting Festival, where the village lights are switched on at dusk.
Nearby in February
- Snoqualmie Pass in February~37 mi · highs 35°F, 6.6 in rain or snow · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Seattle in February~78 mi · highs 47°F, 4.3 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Bainbridge Island in February~87 mi · highs 47°F, 4.3 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, wetter
- San Juan Island in February~127 mi · highs 46°F, 3.3 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~997 m to Leavenworth's ~355 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.
Leavenworth in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Leavenworth?
It's middling, scoring 44/100. The best months are May – September, at up to 94. Expect highs of 42°F (5°C) and 3.0 in (77 mm) of rain or snow.
How cold is Leavenworth in February?
Average highs are 42°F (5°C) and average lows 28°F (-2°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Leavenworth in February?
Some: about 3.0 in (77 mm) of rain or snow falls across February on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 31.9 in (810 mm).
What should I pack for Leavenworth in February?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 42°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 28°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 3.0 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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