Late winter · Weather & things to do
Seattle in February
Little changes in Seattle from January: highs stay near 47°F (8°C), lows near 35°F (2°C), and about 4.3 in (108 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 48/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 47°F (8°C)
- Avg low
- 35°F (2°C)
- Rain
- 4.3 in (108 mm)
- Humidity
- 87%
- Cloud cover
- 74%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 00 min
- Comfort score
- 48/100 · Fair
What February feels like
It's cool, with highs near 47°F (8°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Lows average 35°F (2°C).
Some rain is likely, about 4.3 in (108 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around February
February sits mid-table; the best months are June – September.
- Comfort improves from 36/100 in January to 48/100.
- Our Pacific Northwest route recommends Jun – Sep, so February falls outside its suggested window.
- Our Puget Sound Islands route recommends May – Sep, so February falls outside its suggested window.
- Our Seattle, Snoqualmie Pass & Leavenworth route is planned for Late Nov – Dec, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — February falls outside it.
What to pack for February
- Insulated jackethighs only 47°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Seattle in February
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
Elliott's Oyster House
Waterfront seafood institution on Pier 56 with a long raw-oyster list.
Pike Place Chowder
Award-winning New England clam chowder stall in Post Alley.
Westlake Park
Downtown plaza that hosts the city's tree lighting, a holiday carousel and light-wrapped trees each December.
Kerry Park
Small Queen Anne park with the classic skyline view of the Space Needle and, on clear days, Mount Rainier.
Discovery Park
Seattle's largest park: bluff meadows, forest loop trail and a beach walk to West Point Lighthouse.
Zig Zag Café
Classic cocktail bar tucked down the Pike Street Hillclimb steps below the market.
Nearby in February
- Bainbridge Island in February~9 mi · highs 47°F, 4.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Snoqualmie Pass in February~45 mi · highs 35°F, 6.6 in rain or snow · 7°C (13°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Olympic NP in February~61 mi · highs 31°F, 6.4 in rain or snow · 9°C (16°F) cooler by day, wetter
- San Juan Island in February~71 mi · highs 46°F, 3.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
These averages also cover Pike Place Market & Waterfront and Seattle Center & Queen Anne.
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.
Seattle in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Seattle?
It's middling, scoring 48/100. The best months are June – September, at up to 90. Expect highs of 47°F (8°C) and 4.3 in (108 mm) of rain. Our Pacific Northwest route recommends Jun – Sep, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Seattle in February?
Average highs are 47°F (8°C) and average lows 35°F (2°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Seattle in February?
Some: about 4.3 in (108 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 48.4 in (1230 mm).
What should I pack for Seattle in February?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 47°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Seattle in February?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.