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Louisville in February
Louisville warms up: highs climb to 43°F (6°C), from 39°F in January, with lows of 25°F (-4°C) and about 3.4 in (87 mm) of rain or snow.
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
- 43°F (6°C)
- Avg low
- 25°F (-4°C)
- Rain or snow
- 3.4 in (87 mm)
- Humidity
- 85%
- Cloud cover
- 71%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 34 min
- Comfort score
- 45/100 · Fair
What February feels like
It's cool, with highs near 43°F (6°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 25°F (-4°C), so expect frost and ice.
Expect about 3.4 in (87 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 35°F.
- Comfort improves from 41/100 in January to 45/100.
- Our Kentucky Bourbon Country route recommends Apr – Oct, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Insulated jackethighs only 43°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 25°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 3.4 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Louisville in February
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
Big Four Bridge
Former rail bridge turned pedestrian path across the Ohio River from Waterfront Park.
The Brown Hotel
1923 hotel where the Hot Brown sandwich was invented.
Old Seelbach Bar
Classic bar in the Seelbach Hilton; order the house Seelbach cocktail.
Muhammad Ali Center
Museum on Ali's life, boxing career and activism.
Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
Watch bats being made and hold game-used bats under the giant bat outside.
Nearby in February
- Bardstown in February~35 mi · highs 44°F, 3.8 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Lexington in February~70 mi · highs 43°F, 3.7 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Cincinnati in February~89 mi · highs 42°F, 3.0 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Indianapolis in February~107 mi · highs 38°F, 2.7 in rain or snow · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, drier
These averages also cover Downtown Louisville & Waterfront and The Highlands & Cherokee Park.
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.
Louisville in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Louisville?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 45/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are September & October. Expect highs of 43°F (6°C) and 3.4 in (87 mm) of rain or snow. Our Kentucky Bourbon Country route recommends Apr – Oct, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Louisville in February?
Average highs are 43°F (6°C) and average lows 25°F (-4°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Louisville in February?
Some: about 3.4 in (87 mm) of rain or snow falls across February on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 50.0 in (1271 mm).
What should I pack for Louisville in February?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 43°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 25°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 3.4 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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