Late winter · Weather & things to do
Whistler in February
Little changes in Whistler from January: highs stay near 35°F (2°C), lows near 20°F (-6°C), and about 5.4 in (138 mm) of rain or snow falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 35/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 35°F (2°C)
- Avg low
- 20°F (-6°C)
- Rain or snow
- 5.4 in (138 mm)
- Humidity
- 97%
- Cloud cover
- 70%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 49 min
- Comfort score
- 35/100 · Tough
What February feels like
It's cold: daytime highs average just 35°F (2°C), so build the days around warm stops.
Average lows of 20°F (-6°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
About 5.4 in (138 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with temperatures averaging below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Plan around February
February sits mid-table; the best months are July & August.
- Comfort improves from 20/100 in January to 35/100.
- Our Vancouver, Whistler & Victoria route recommends Jun – Sep, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 20°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 5.4 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Whistler in February
With 5.4 in of rain or snow, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Bearfoot Bistro
Fine dining with a deep cellar and a minus-32 vodka ice room for tastings.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 35°F.
Audain Art Museum
Forest-set gallery of British Columbia art, from Emily Carr to Northwest Coast masks.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 35°F.
Araxi
Village restaurant focused on BC produce, oysters and a large wine cellar.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Lost Lake Park
Forest lake a short walk from the village, with swimming docks and bike trails.
Peak 2 Peak Gondola
Record-setting gondola spanning 4.4 km between Whistler and Blackcomb summits.
Nearby in February
- Vancouver in February~58 mi · highs 42°F, 6.5 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, wetter
- San Juan Island in February~109 mi · highs 46°F, 3.3 in rain · 6°C (11°F) warmer by day, drier
- Victoria in February~118 mi · highs 46°F, 3.3 in rain · 6°C (11°F) warmer by day, drier
- Olympic NP in February~163 mi · highs 31°F, 6.4 in rain or snow · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,279 m to Whistler's ~674 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Whistler in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Whistler?
It's middling, scoring 35/100. The best months are July & August, at up to 90. Expect highs of 35°F (2°C) and 5.4 in (138 mm) of rain or snow. Our Vancouver, Whistler & Victoria route recommends Jun – Sep, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Whistler in February?
Average highs are 35°F (2°C) and average lows 20°F (-6°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Whistler in February?
Yes: about 5.4 in (138 mm) of rain or snow falls across February on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 74.5 in (1893 mm).
What should I pack for Whistler in February?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 20°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 5.4 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Whistler in February?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.