Hot Springs National Park Weather in February (1981–2025)

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February at a Glance in Hot Springs National Park

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
12.0°C
Avg Low
❄️
0.9°C
Avg Temp
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6.5°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
110 mm
Avg Humidity
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83%
Avg Wind
🌬️
0.2 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
3.1
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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-10.1°C
temp difference
❄️Cool afternoons🥶Freezing mornings☁️Cloudier skies🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Hot Springs National Park February Weather Overview

February is one of the cooler months of the year in Hot Springs National Park, with average highs near 12°C and lows around 0.9°C (mean 6.5°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 110 mm of rainfall and 83% relative humidity across the period.

Hot Springs National Park February Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

February is one of the cooler months of the year in Hot Springs National Park. Across 45 years of records, the warmest February in Hot Springs National Park was 2017 — when the month averaged 11.1°C — while the coldest was 2010 at 1.4°C. Typical February days reach 12°C with nights near 0.9°C. The long-term February temperature trend is broadly flat.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp5.4°C→6.6°C+1.2°C
Max Temp10.8°C→12.2°C+1.4°C
Min Temp0.0°C→0.8°C+0.8°C

Trend (per decade)

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

Distribution of Avg Temp

1.0°C–3.8°C6 yr (13%)
3.8°C–6.5°C13 yr (29%)
6.5°C–9.3°C22 yr (49%)
9.3°C–12.0°C4 yr (9%)

Hot Springs National Park February Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

February is about average for rainfall in Hot Springs National Park, averaging 110 mm of rainfall. The wettest February on record was 2018 with 367 mm, while the driest was 1999 at 29 mm.

Hot Springs National Park February Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Hot Springs National Park during February averages 83%. The most humid February was 2010 at 89%, and the least humid was 1996 at 76%.

Hot Springs National Park February Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

February receives about 3.1 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Hot Springs National Park. The sunniest February was 2016 at 3.8 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2018 at 2.2.

Hot Springs National Park February Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Hot Springs National Park during February is 0.2 m/s. The windiest Februarys were 2013, 2015 and 2022, among others at 0.3 m/s, while the calmest were 2023, 2024 and 2025, among others at 0.2 m/s.

What February Feels Like in Hot Springs National Park

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Freezing
Morning
🌞
Cool
Afternoon
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Cold
Evening
Rain chanceHigh
Outdoor comfort★★☆☆☆

How February Ranks in Hot Springs National Park

🥶3rd coolest month of the year
🌵6th driest month of the year
☀️9th sunniest month of the year

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

Explore Hot Springs National Park Weather by Month

Hot Springs National Park February Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp5.6°C7.5°C6.4°C6.2°C6.6°C+1°C
Avg High10.9°C13.3°C12.1°C11.7°C12.2°C+1.3°C
Avg Low0.2°C1.7°C0.8°C0.8°C1.0°C+0.8°C
Avg Rain117 mm92 mm97 mm122 mm132 mm+15 mm

Extreme February Records in Hot Springs National Park

🔥Warmest February26.1°C1996
🧊Coldest February-16.8°C2021
🌧️Wettest February367 mm2018
🏜️Driest February29 mm1999
🌬️Windiest February0.3 m/s1984

Key Insights for February

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February temperatures in Hot Springs National Park have risen by about 1.2°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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February has ranged from a record low of -16.8°C (2021) to a record high of 26.1°C (1996).

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Rainfall in February is about average for rainfall, averaging 110 mm, with a wettest year of 367 mm.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Hot Springs National Park?

A quieter season to visit Hot Springs National Park

If your dates are flexible, the more temperate months of September and May tend to be the most comfortable for visiting Hot Springs National Park. That said, February — with days averaging 12°C and nights around 0.9°C (mean 6.5°C) and higher rainfall (110 mm) — can still be rewarding for travellers who don't mind the cooler conditions, and often means fewer crowds.

See Hot Springs National Park'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 →

Hot Springs National Park Weather in February — In Depth

☀️ February climate overview

February is one of the cooler months of the year in Hot Springs National Park, with average highs near 12°C and lows around 0.9°C (mean 6.5°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 110 mm of rainfall and 83% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in February

February averages 110 mm of rainfall in Hot Springs National Park, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest February on record saw 367 mm (2018), and the driest just 29 mm (1999). Humidity sits around 83% and average wind speed is 0.2 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 3.1 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 1.2°C. Daytime highs moved from 10.8°C to 12.2°C and overnight lows from 0°C to 0.8°C over the same span.
February Weather in Hot Springs National Park, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202512.3°C6.8°C1.2°C24.0°C-11.1°C127 mm83%0.2 m/s3.2
202416.4°C10.6°C4.7°C23.9°C-5.7°C69 mm84%0.2 m/s3.4
202313.7°C8.6°C3.5°C21.8°C-5.9°C135 mm87%0.2 m/s3
202211.4°C4.7°C-2.0°C19.7°C-10.6°C125 mm81%0.3 m/s3.3
20217.3°C2.1°C-3.2°C20.6°C-16.8°C151 mm88%0.2 m/s2.4
202012.2°C6.9°C1.5°C19.7°C-5.5°C185 mm85%0.2 m/s2.8
201912.7°C7.8°C2.9°C23.1°C-6.3°C189 mm87%0.2 m/s2.5
2018 🌧️13.5°C8.1°C2.7°C23.4°C-5.9°C367 mm86%0.2 m/s2.2
2017 🔥17.1°C11.1°C5.2°C24.2°C-3.9°C80 mm81%0.2 m/s3.1
201613.4°C7.7°C2.0°C21.2°C-4.8°C49 mm80%0.2 m/s3.8
20158.0°C2.4°C-3.2°C19.5°C-9.0°C75 mm79%0.3 m/s3.2
20148.6°C3.1°C-2.5°C20.6°C-11.4°C62 mm86%0.2 m/s3
201311.5°C5.8°C0.1°C18.1°C-5.4°C98 mm81%0.3 m/s3.3
201213.4°C8.1°C2.8°C21.0°C-5.4°C87 mm84%0.2 m/s3.3
201112.4°C6.6°C0.8°C24.0°C-12.0°C103 mm84%0.2 m/s3
2010 ❄️5.9°C1.4°C-3.1°C15.7°C-11.0°C114 mm89%0.2 m/s3
200913.7°C7.9°C2.0°C20.4°C-6.2°C83 mm81%0.2 m/s3.1
200813.4°C6.9°C0.4°C22.3°C-6.1°C111 mm83%0.3 m/s3.1
200710.3°C5.1°C-0.1°C20.4°C-9.3°C60 mm82%0.2 m/s3.5
200610.3°C4.7°C-0.8°C21.7°C-5.7°C51 mm78%0.2 m/s2.9
200513.3°C8.3°C3.2°C23.4°C-3.6°C72 mm85%0.2 m/s3
20049.4°C4.3°C-0.8°C16.9°C-8.4°C121 mm84%0.3 m/s3.1
20039.7°C4.7°C-0.3°C18.8°C-6.9°C156 mm86%0.2 m/s2.3
200210.8°C5.0°C-0.8°C18.0°C-6.7°C57 mm80%0.3 m/s3.5
200113.3°C7.7°C2.1°C21.1°C-5.7°C197 mm85%0.2 m/s2.5
200016.5°C9.6°C2.7°C23.9°C-5.1°C64 mm79%0.3 m/s3.4
199915.8°C9.6°C3.3°C24.4°C-4.9°C29 mm83%0.2 m/s3.4
199813.2°C7.7°C2.1°C19.6°C-3.0°C136 mm85%0.3 m/s3.3
199712.8°C7.7°C2.6°C21.8°C-2.4°C160 mm87%0.2 m/s2.7
199612.9°C6.7°C0.4°C26.1°C-14.6°C64 mm76%0.2 m/s3.4
199512.4°C6.6°C0.8°C23.0°C-5.5°C60 mm81%0.2 m/s3.3
199411.6°C6.0°C0.3°C20.8°C-7.0°C90 mm84%0.3 m/s3.1
199311.3°C5.5°C-0.4°C17.8°C-7.1°C73 mm82%0.2 m/s2.7
199214.2°C8.7°C3.1°C18.7°C-3.4°C83 mm86%0.2 m/s3.5
199113.9°C8.0°C2.2°C20.3°C-6.1°C95 mm82%0.3 m/s3.6
199014.8°C8.5°C2.2°C20.6°C-5.2°C131 mm85%0.2 m/s3.3
19896.6°C2.2°C-2.3°C19.0°C-15.0°C250 mm88%0.2 m/s2.6
198811.0°C5.4°C-0.2°C21.9°C-7.9°C77 mm82%0.2 m/s3.4
198712.8°C7.5°C2.3°C21.5°C-5.1°C157 mm87%0.2 m/s2.7
198613.7°C8.1°C2.5°C23.9°C-6.2°C81 mm83%0.2 m/s3.2
19857.8°C3.1°C-1.6°C19.1°C-13.4°C105 mm88%0.2 m/s3.2
198412.9°C6.9°C0.9°C19.5°C-6.7°C115 mm80%0.3 m/s3.6
198311.2°C6.3°C1.5°C18.6°C-5.0°C81 mm86%0.2 m/s—
19829.7°C4.3°C-1.1°C21.0°C-10.7°C72 mm84%0.2 m/s—
198112.4°C6.2°C0.1°C22.0°C-12.7°C117 mm80%0.2 m/s—

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

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Hot Springs National Park February Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Hot Springs National Park in February?▼

The average high in February is around 12°C with lows near 0.9°C (mean 6.5°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Hot Springs National Park in February?▼

February averages 110 mm of rainfall in Hot Springs National Park, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 367 mm in 2018.

What was the hottest February on record in Hot Springs National Park?▼

The hottest February reached 26.1°C in 1996. The coldest dipped to -16.8°C in 2021.

Has February in Hot Springs National Park 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 1.2°C. Daytime highs moved from 10.8°C to 12.2°C and overnight lows from 0°C to 0.8°C over the same span.

Is February a good time to visit Hot Springs National Park?▼

February is one of the cooler months of the year in Hot Springs National Park and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 12°C daytime highs and 0.9°C at night.

Is February the coldest month in Hot Springs National Park?▼

Not quite — February is the 3rd coolest month in Hot Springs National Park, averaging 6.5°C.

What should I pack for Hot Springs National Park in February?▼

For February in Hot Springs National Park, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 12°C and lows of 0.9°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Hot Springs National Park humid in February?▼

Relative humidity in February averages 83% — quite humid.

How windy is Hot Springs National Park in February?▼

Average wind speed in February is 0.2 m/s. The windiest February on record averaged 0.3 m/s (1984).

Which February had the most rainfall in Hot Springs National Park?▼

The wettest February on record was 2018 with 367 mm. On average, February sees 110 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 Hot Springs National Park 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.