What February feels like in Salt Lake City
Late winter arrives in Salt Lake City with February. Daytime temperatures stay cold, and a warm coat is needed even in the middle of the day. After sunset it cools off noticeably — nights drop well below freezing. Damp air makes the cold feel rawer than the numbers alone suggest.
Rain in Salt Lake City in February
Showers are a regular feature, arriving about one day in 3. Each rainy day adds about 5.4 mm (0.2 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. The yearly figure is similar, around 6 mm per wet day.
Daylight and sunshine in February
On 15 February the sun rises at about 7:23 am and sets around 6:01 pm local time, giving 10 h 38 min of daylight. The days are stretching out — 1 h 5 min more daylight than mid-January. About 79% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, there are plenty of bright spells.
How February compares to the rest of the year
February is the 3rd coolest month of the year in Salt Lake City. Compared with January, afternoons are 2.7°C (4.9°F) warmer, with 6 mm less rain. The warm-up continues into March. The next month's average high: 10.1°C (50.2°F).
Who February suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — it is cold for long walks.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
- Hiking: less ideal — trails are cool.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — warm places to spend the coldest part of the day.
Tips for visiting Salt Lake City in February
Versatile Layers
Pack pieces you can take off by noon and put back on at dusk.
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Warm Layers
Insulated layers and warm shoes for the cold hours.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Salt Lake City in February?
Afternoons average 4.8°C (40.6°F) and nights about -4.6°C (23.7°F) — cold by most people's standards. It is the 3rd coolest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Salt Lake City in February?
Yes, fairly — rain falls about one day in 3 and totals about 49 mm, so an umbrella is worth carrying.
What should I wear in Salt Lake City in February?
Pack versatile layers, rain protection, warm layers and sunglasses. Bring something extra for the cooler evenings.
Is February or March better for visiting Salt Lake City?
March scores better on our climate ranking (#9 of 12 vs #10), rated Poor against Poor. March is warmer and has more rainy days.