Late winter · Weather & things to do
Medora in February
Medora edges warmer than January, with highs of 31°F (0°C), lows of 13°F (-10°C) and about 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain or snow.
With a comfort score of 48/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 31°F (0°C)
- Avg low
- 13°F (-10°C)
- Rain or snow
- 0.4 in (11 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 66%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 03 min
- Comfort score
- 48/100 · Fair
What February feels like
Real cold sets in, with afternoon highs around 31°F (0°C).
Average lows of 13°F (-10°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
Precipitation is light, about 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain or snow, and since the average temperature is below freezing, what does fall may well be snow.
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May & June and August & September.
- Comfort holds steady from January (49 → 48/100).
- Our Dakotas Badlands & Black Hills route recommends May – Sep, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 13°F
- Shoes with gripfrost and ice are possible
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Medora in February
With highs near 31°F, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Theodore's Dining Room
Dining room in the restored Rough Riders Hotel, the best sit-down meal in town.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 31°F.
Little Missouri Saloon
Western saloon in downtown Medora with a casual bar and grill.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Painted Canyon Overlook
Wide overlook of layered badlands just off I-90, often with bison below.
Buck Hill
One of the highest points in the South Unit with a short paved walk to 360-degree views.
South Unit Scenic Loop Drive
Paved drive through badlands with bison, wild horses and prairie dog towns.
Nearby in February
- Black Hills in February~217 mi · highs 32°F, 0.7 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Badlands National Park in February~219 mi · highs 38°F, 0.5 in rain or snow · 4°C (6°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.
Medora in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Medora?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 48/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are May & June and August & September. Expect highs of 31°F (0°C) and 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain or snow. Our Dakotas Badlands & Black Hills route recommends May – Sep, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Medora in February?
Average highs are 31°F (0°C) and average lows 13°F (-10°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Medora in February?
Not much: about 0.4 in (11 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 16.6 in (422 mm).
What should I pack for Medora in February?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 13°F), shoes with grip (frost and ice are possible) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Medora in February?
Share this February plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.