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Portland, Maine in February
Little changes in Portland, Maine from January: highs stay near 35°F (1°C), lows near 26°F (-4°C), and about 4.1 in (103 mm) of rain or snow falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 42/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 35°F (1°C)
- Avg low
- 26°F (-4°C)
- Rain or snow
- 4.1 in (103 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 63%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 16 min
- Comfort score
- 42/100 · Tough
What February feels like
Real cold sets in, with afternoon highs around 35°F (1°C).
Average lows of 26°F (-4°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
About 4.1 in (103 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with temperatures averaging below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
It's breezy, with average winds near 11 mph (5.1 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around February
February sits mid-table; the best months are September.
- Comfort holds steady from January (41 → 42/100).
- Our Boston to Portland route recommends May – Oct, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 26°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 4.1 in of rain or snow
- Windproof shellaverage wind 11 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Portland, Maine in February
With highs near 35°F, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
The Holy Donut
Maine potato donuts in flavors like dark chocolate sea salt.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 35°F.
Duckfat
Small sandwich shop famous for fries cooked in duck fat.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Portland Museum of Art
Strong Winslow Homer and Maine art collection in the Arts District.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 35°F.
Allagash Brewing Company
Belgian-style brewery with a tasting room and free tours.
Why now A cozy break on a 35°F day.
Portland Head Light
Maine's oldest lighthouse (1791) on cliffs in Fort Williams Park.
Nearby in February
- Portsmouth in February~48 mi · highs 35°F, 4.2 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Maine in February~51 mi · highs 29°F, 3.0 in rain or snow · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, drier
- White Mountains in February~67 mi · highs 7°F, 2.8 in rain or snow · 15°C (27°F) cooler by day, drier
- New Hampshire in February~73 mi · highs 33°F, 3.1 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, drier
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.
Portland, Maine in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Portland, Maine?
It's middling, scoring 42/100. The best months are September, at up to 87. Expect highs of 35°F (1°C) and 4.1 in (103 mm) of rain or snow. Our Boston to Portland route recommends May – Oct, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Portland, Maine in February?
Average highs are 35°F (1°C) and average lows 26°F (-4°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Portland, Maine in February?
Some: about 4.1 in (103 mm) of rain or snow falls across February on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 53.7 in (1363 mm).
What should I pack for Portland, Maine in February?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 26°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 4.1 in of rain or snow), windproof shell (average wind 11 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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