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Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake in February
Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake sees its driest month, with just 2.0 in (51 mm) of rain or snow, highs of 33°F (0°C) and lows of 22°F (-6°C).
With a comfort score of 42/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 33°F (0°C)
- Avg low
- 22°F (-6°C)
- Rain or snow
- 2.0 in (51 mm)
- Humidity
- 85%
- Cloud cover
- 79%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 18 min
- Comfort score
- 42/100 · Tough
What February feels like
Real cold sets in, with afternoon highs around 33°F (0°C).
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 22°F (-6°C), so expect frost and ice.
About 2.0 in (51 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with temperatures averaging below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 79%.
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May – September.
- Comfort holds steady from January (41 → 42/100).
- Our Toronto, Niagara & Prince Edward County route recommends May – Oct, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 22°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake in February
Cold days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Peller Estates Winery Restaurant
Vineyard dining room pairing local produce with estate wines and icewine.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 33°F.
Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery
Organic farm winery in St. Davids with a casual restaurant and deli.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Inniskillin Wines
Pioneering estate that put Canadian icewine on the map, with tastings and tours.
Why now A cozy break on a 33°F day.
Fort George National Historic Site
Rebuilt War of 1812 fort with musket demonstrations in summer.
Shaw Festival
Repertory theatre festival running April to December across three stages.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 33°F.
Nearby in February
- Toronto in February~36 mi · highs 32°F, 1.9 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Keuka Lake in February~107 mi · highs 33°F, 2.1 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Seneca Lake in February~109 mi · highs 32°F, 2.4 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Prince Edward County in February~109 mi · highs 30°F, 2.2 in rain or snow · 1°C (2°F) cooler 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.
Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 42/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are May – September. Expect highs of 33°F (0°C) and 2.0 in (51 mm) of rain or snow. Our Toronto, Niagara & Prince Edward County route recommends May – Oct, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake in February?
Average highs are 33°F (0°C) and average lows 22°F (-6°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake in February?
Not much: about 2.0 in (51 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 34.3 in (871 mm).
What should I pack for Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake in February?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 22°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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Planning Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake in February?
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