Anchorage, Alaska Weather in February
United States · February climate averages and travel tips
Avg high-3°C (26°F)
Avg low-9°C (16°F)
Rainfall51 mm (2.0 in)
RatingPoor 0.9/10
Anchorage in February sees daytime temperatures around -3°C (26°F), dropping to about -9°C (16°F) at night. February is winter in United States. The month is fairly dry, with about 51 mm (2.0 in) of rain spread over 12 days. You get roughly 8.6 hours of daylight and frequently cloudy skies.
Is February a good time to visit Anchorage?
February is not the best time to visit Anchorage (0.9/10) mainly because of the cold. The weather is much better in June and July.
February weather at a glance
| Average high | -3°C (26°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | -9°C (16°F) |
| Daily mean | -6°C (21°F) |
| Rainfall | 51 mm (2.0 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 12 |
| Humidity | 91% |
| Cloud cover | 67% |
| Daylight | 8.6 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 3.1 hours/day |
| Wind | 7.8 km/h |
| vs January | 2°C warmer than January, with similar rainfall. |
What to pack for Anchorage in February
- a heavy winter coat, gloves and a hat
- an umbrella or rain jacket
- waterproof boots for snow and ice
Anchorage weather in other months
Jan-5°C / -9°C54 mmPoorFeb-3°C / -9°C51 mmPoorMar-1°C / -7°C40 mmPoorApr4°C / -2°C35 mmPoorMay11°C / 4°C49 mmFairJun15°C / 9°C59 mmGoodJul17°C / 11°C89 mmFairAug16°C / 10°C122 mmPoorSep12°C / 7°C119 mmPoorOct5°C / 1°C80 mmPoorNov-3°C / -7°C70 mmPoorDec-4°C / -8°C66 mmPoor
← JanuaryBest time to visit AnchorageMarch →
Better weather in February nearby
- Mexico City24°C · 12 mm · Excellent
- Phoenix, Arizona21°C · 30 mm · Excellent
- Miami, Florida24°C · 47 mm · Excellent
- Orlando, Florida24°C · 52 mm · Excellent
- Nassau24°C · 31 mm · Excellent
- Cabo San Lucas25°C · 10 mm · Excellent
Where else is good in February? See where to go in February.