Lakeshore Weather in February (1981–2025)

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February at a Glance in Lakeshore

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
0.1°C
Avg Low
❄️
-5.5°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
-2.7°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
44 mm
Avg Humidity
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85%
Avg Wind
🌬️
4.8 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
2.3
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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-12.2°C
temp difference
❄️Freezing afternoons🥶Freezing mornings☁️Cloudier skies🌦️Some rain💨Breezy💦Humid air

Lakeshore February Weather Overview

February is one of the cooler months of the year in Lakeshore, with average highs near 0.1°C and lows around -5.5°C (mean -2.7°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 44 mm of rainfall and 85% relative humidity across the period.

Lakeshore February Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

February is one of the cooler months of the year in Lakeshore. Across 45 years of records, the warmest February in Lakeshore was 2017 — when the month averaged 1.3°C — while the coldest was 2015 at -10.5°C. Typical February days reach 0.1°C with nights near -5.5°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.2°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp-2.8°C→-1.9°C+0.9°C
Max Temp0.1°C→1.0°C+0.9°C
Min Temp-5.6°C→-4.8°C+0.8°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.1°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

-11.0°C–-7.7°C1 yr (2%)
-7.7°C–-4.5°C9 yr (20%)
-4.5°C–-1.2°C25 yr (56%)
-1.2°C–2.0°C10 yr (22%)

Lakeshore February Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

February is one of the drier months in Lakeshore, averaging 44 mm of rainfall. The wettest February on record was 2008 with 92 mm, while the driest was 1987 at 10 mm.

Lakeshore February Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Lakeshore during February averages 85%. The most humid February was 1985 at 91%, and the least humid was 2023 at 79%.

Lakeshore February Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

February receives about 2.3 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Lakeshore. The sunniest February was 2024 at 2.9 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest were 2010, 2011 and 2013, among others at 2.

Lakeshore February Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Lakeshore during February is 4.8 m/s. The windiest February was 2007 at 5.8 m/s, while the calmest was 1983 at 3.5 m/s.

What February Feels Like in Lakeshore

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Freezing
Morning
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Freezing
Afternoon
🌆
Freezing
Evening
Rain chanceModerate
Outdoor comfort★★★☆☆

How February Ranks in Lakeshore

🥶2nd coolest month of the year
🌵1st driest month of the year
☀️9th sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Lakeshore Weather by Month

Lakeshore February Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp-3.3°C-2.4°C-2.4°C-3.1°C-1.9°C+1.4°C
Avg High-0.4°C0.4°C0.2°C-0.3°C1.0°C+1.4°C
Avg Low-6.2°C-5.2°C-4.9°C-6.0°C-4.7°C+1.5°C
Avg Rain44 mm41 mm45 mm51 mm34 mm-10 mm

Extreme February Records in Lakeshore

🔥Warmest February13.0°C2017
🧊Coldest February-22.0°C2015
🌧️Wettest February92 mm2008
🏜️Driest February10 mm1987
🌬️Windiest February5.8 m/s2007

Key Insights for February

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February temperatures in Lakeshore have risen by about 0.9°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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February has ranged from a record low of -22°C (2015) to a record high of 13°C (2017).

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Rainfall in February is one of the drier months, averaging 44 mm, with a wettest year of 92 mm.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Lakeshore?

A quieter season to visit Lakeshore

If your dates are flexible, the more temperate months of July and August tend to be the most comfortable for visiting Lakeshore. That said, February — with days averaging 0.1°C and nights around -5.5°C (mean -2.7°C) and moderate rainfall (44 mm) — can still be rewarding for travellers who don't mind the cooler conditions, and often means fewer crowds.

See Lakeshore's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Lakeshore Weather in February — In Depth

☀️ February climate overview

February is one of the cooler months of the year in Lakeshore, with average highs near 0.1°C and lows around -5.5°C (mean -2.7°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 44 mm of rainfall and 85% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in February

February averages 44 mm of rainfall in Lakeshore, one of the drier months compared with the rest of the year. The wettest February on record saw 92 mm (2008), and the driest just 10 mm (1987). Humidity sits around 85% and average wind speed is 4.8 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 2.3 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How February has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average February temperatures have risen by about 0.9°C. Daytime highs moved from 0.1°C to 1°C and overnight lows from -5.6°C to -4.8°C over the same span.
February Weather in Lakeshore, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
2025-0.5°C-3.5°C-6.4°C7.7°C-14.8°C40 mm84%4.5 m/s2.4
20243.7°C0.9°C-1.9°C12.3°C-6.7°C13 mm80%4.1 m/s2.9
20233.3°C0.1°C-3.1°C11.0°C-10.8°C48 mm79%5.1 m/s2.7
20220.3°C-2.9°C-6.1°C8.2°C-11.4°C46 mm83%5.4 m/s2.8
2021-1.7°C-4.2°C-6.7°C8.1°C-12.2°C25 mm85%4.8 m/s2.5
20200.8°C-1.7°C-4.2°C6.4°C-13.5°C32 mm83%4.9 m/s2.3
20190.3°C-2.8°C-5.9°C9.9°C-15.8°C48 mm84%5.1 m/s2.2
20181.7°C-1.3°C-4.3°C11.0°C-11.9°C90 mm86%4.5 m/s2.1
2017 🔥4.5°C1.3°C-1.8°C13.0°C-8.7°C46 mm83%4.8 m/s2.5
20161.3°C-1.9°C-5.0°C11.7°C-17.9°C49 mm82%5 m/s2.3
2015 ❄️-6.6°C-10.5°C-14.3°C2.3°C-22.0°C33 mm90%4.4 m/s2.1
2014-3.9°C-7.2°C-10.5°C7.0°C-19.1°C50 mm86%4.5 m/s2.5
2013-0.7°C-3.1°C-5.5°C3.7°C-9.2°C46 mm83%5 m/s2
20122.1°C0.0°C-2.0°C6.3°C-6.7°C31 mm85%4.5 m/s2.3
2011-0.6°C-3.3°C-6.1°C8.8°C-15.1°C72 mm88%5.5 m/s2
2010-0.7°C-2.6°C-4.5°C2.8°C-8.3°C45 mm85%4.1 m/s2
20091.0°C-1.4°C-3.8°C9.4°C-13.9°C55 mm84%5.5 m/s2.1
2008 🌧️-0.9°C-3.7°C-6.6°C6.4°C-14.9°C92 mm87%4.7 m/s2
2007-3.8°C-6.3°C-8.7°C2.5°C-16.1°C20 mm87%5.8 m/s2.2
20060.9°C-1.5°C-3.8°C9.9°C-13.0°C53 mm80%5.4 m/s2.6
20050.4°C-1.9°C-4.2°C5.4°C-8.5°C47 mm87%4 m/s2.1
20040.8°C-1.4°C-3.6°C7.8°C-9.3°C16 mm83%5 m/s2.6
2003-1.9°C-5.2°C-8.5°C5.9°C-14.2°C37 mm83%4.9 m/s2.4
20022.5°C-0.3°C-3.1°C9.4°C-8.8°C39 mm81%5.7 m/s2.6
20010.9°C-1.9°C-4.6°C10.8°C-10.2°C54 mm81%4.7 m/s2.3
20002.2°C-0.2°C-2.6°C12.6°C-8.7°C36 mm85%5 m/s2.3
19992.1°C-0.6°C-3.4°C12.2°C-11.1°C40 mm82%4.6 m/s2.1
19983.4°C1.1°C-1.1°C9.8°C-4.3°C47 mm85%3.8 m/s2.1
19971.5°C-1.6°C-4.7°C10.8°C-11.7°C57 mm85%4.7 m/s2.3
1996-0.8°C-3.7°C-6.6°C8.9°C-18.5°C28 mm84%5 m/s2
1995-1.9°C-4.9°C-7.9°C4.7°C-16.9°C18 mm84%5.1 m/s2
1994-1.8°C-5.2°C-8.6°C10.4°C-15.9°C30 mm85%5.1 m/s2.2
1993-2.1°C-4.9°C-7.6°C4.5°C-13.9°C39 mm87%4.6 m/s2.1
19921.1°C-1.7°C-4.5°C5.4°C-11.1°C38 mm86%4.1 m/s2.3
19911.4°C-1.3°C-3.9°C7.5°C-12.1°C25 mm86%4.8 m/s2.1
19901.4°C-1.3°C-4.1°C8.0°C-13.2°C84 mm82%5 m/s2.4
1989-2.1°C-4.6°C-7.0°C6.1°C-13.3°C24 mm80%4.7 m/s2.2
1988-1.2°C-4.5°C-7.8°C7.7°C-14.0°C37 mm82%5.5 m/s2.4
19870.2°C-2.8°C-5.7°C4.0°C-15.1°C10 mm84%4.1 m/s2.4
1986-1.4°C-4.1°C-6.8°C5.1°C-13.5°C65 mm89%4 m/s2.2
1985-1.7°C-4.9°C-8.0°C8.6°C-16.5°C80 mm91%5 m/s2.1
19842.1°C-0.6°C-3.4°C9.0°C-12.2°C58 mm87%4.6 m/s2.1
19831.8°C-0.8°C-3.3°C8.4°C-8.7°C19 mm83%3.5 m/s—
1982-2.9°C-5.7°C-8.6°C2.0°C-16.7°C36 mm91%4.5 m/s—
19811.3°C-1.8°C-4.9°C9.6°C-14.0°C69 mm87%5.5 m/s—

Actual recorded February data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Lakeshore February Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Lakeshore in February?▼

The average high in February is around 0.1°C with lows near -5.5°C (mean -2.7°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Lakeshore in February?▼

February averages 44 mm of rainfall in Lakeshore, one of the drier months. The wettest on record was 92 mm in 2008.

What was the hottest February on record in Lakeshore?▼

The hottest February reached 13°C in 2017. The coldest dipped to -22°C in 2015.

Has February in Lakeshore gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average February temperatures have risen by about 0.9°C. Daytime highs moved from 0.1°C to 1°C and overnight lows from -5.6°C to -4.8°C over the same span.

Is February a good time to visit Lakeshore?▼

February is one of the cooler months of the year in Lakeshore and one of the drier months, so plan for around 0.1°C daytime highs and -5.5°C at night.

Is February the coldest month in Lakeshore?▼

Not quite — February is the 2nd coolest month in Lakeshore, averaging -2.7°C.

What should I pack for Lakeshore in February?▼

For February in Lakeshore, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 0.1°C and lows of -5.5°C.

Is Lakeshore humid in February?▼

Relative humidity in February averages 85% — quite humid.

How windy is Lakeshore in February?▼

Average wind speed in February is 4.8 m/s. The windiest February on record averaged 5.8 m/s (2007).

Which February had the most rainfall in Lakeshore?▼

The wettest February on record was 2008 with 92 mm. On average, February sees 44 mm.

Where does this February weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Lakeshore behaves each February, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for February specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.