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Prince Edward County in February
Prince Edward County sees its driest month, with just 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain or snow, highs of 30°F (-1°C) and lows of 18°F (-8°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
- 30°F (-1°C)
- Avg low
- 18°F (-8°C)
- Rain or snow
- 2.2 in (55 mm)
- Humidity
- 87%
- Cloud cover
- 80%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 15 min
- Comfort score
- 42/100 · Tough
What February feels like
It's cold: daytime highs average just 30°F (-1°C), so build the days around warm stops.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 18°F (-8°C), so expect frost and ice.
About 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with temperatures averaging below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 80%.
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are June – September.
- Comfort improves from 39/100 in January to 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 18°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Prince Edward County in February
Cold days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Drake Devonshire
Lakeside inn restaurant in Wellington with a glassed-in dining room on the water.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 30°F.
Picton
County seat with a main street of galleries, bakeries and the Regent Theatre.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 30°F.
Closson Chase
Winery in a purple barn known for Chardonnay grown on limestone soils.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Slickers Ice Cream
Small-batch ice cream shop with flavours using County ingredients.
Why now A cozy break on a 30°F day.
Lake on the Mountain
Spring-fed lake perched high above the Bay of Quinte with a glassy view.
Nearby in February
- Seneca Lake in February~79 mi · highs 32°F, 2.4 in rain or snow · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Keuka Lake in February~97 mi · highs 33°F, 2.1 in rain or snow · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake in February~109 mi · highs 33°F, 2.0 in rain or snow · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Toronto in February~109 mi · highs 32°F, 1.9 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, 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.
Prince Edward County in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Prince Edward County?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 42/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are June – September. Expect highs of 30°F (-1°C) and 2.2 in (55 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 Prince Edward County in February?
Average highs are 30°F (-1°C) and average lows 18°F (-8°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Prince Edward County in February?
Not much: about 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain or snow falls across February on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 31.4 in (798 mm).
What should I pack for Prince Edward County in February?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 18°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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