Binghamton Weather in February (1981–2025)

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February at a Glance in Binghamton

(1981–2025)
Avg High
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-0.4°C
Avg Low
❄️
-9.4°C
Avg Temp
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-4.9°C
Avg Rain
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62 mm
Avg Humidity
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90%
Avg Wind
🌬️
1.1 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
2.5
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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-12.6°C
temp difference
❄️Freezing afternoons🥶Freezing mornings☁️Cloudier skies🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Binghamton February Weather Overview

February is one of the cooler months of the year in Binghamton, with average highs near -0.4°C and lows around -9.4°C (mean -4.9°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 62 mm of rainfall and 90% relative humidity across the period.

Binghamton February Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

February is one of the cooler months of the year in Binghamton. Across 45 years of records, the warmest February in Binghamton was 1984 — when the month averaged -1°C — while the coldest was 2015 at -13.1°C. Typical February days reach -0.4°C with nights near -9.4°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.2°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp-3.8°C→-4.2°C-0.4°C
Max Temp0.7°C→0.5°C-0.2°C
Min Temp-8.5°C→-8.9°C-0.4°C

Trend (per decade)

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

Distribution of Avg Temp

-14.0°C–-10.7°C1 yr (2%)
-10.7°C–-7.5°C8 yr (18%)
-7.5°C–-4.2°C14 yr (31%)
-4.2°C–-1.0°C22 yr (49%)

Binghamton February Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

February is one of the drier months in Binghamton, averaging 62 mm of rainfall. The wettest February on record was 2008 with 137 mm, while the driest was 1987 at 17 mm.

Binghamton February Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Binghamton during February averages 90%. The most humid Februarys were 1986 and 2004 at 98%, and the least humid was 2002 at 81%.

Binghamton February Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

February receives about 2.5 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Binghamton. The sunniest February was 2005 at 3.1 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2010 at 1.8.

Binghamton February Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Binghamton during February is 1.1 m/s. The windiest Februarys were 2016, 2022 and 2025, among others at 1.2 m/s, while the calmest were 2004, 2020 and 2021, among others at 0.9 m/s.

What February Feels Like in Binghamton

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

How February Ranks in Binghamton

🥶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 Binghamton Weather by Month

Binghamton February Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp-5.2°C-4.7°C-5.2°C-4.9°C-4.2°C+1°C
Avg High-0.7°C-0.2°C-0.7°C-0.6°C0.4°C+1.1°C
Avg Low-9.8°C-9.2°C-9.7°C-9.2°C-8.8°C+1°C
Avg Rain64 mm54 mm60 mm68 mm65 mm+1 mm

Extreme February Records in Binghamton

🔥Warmest February20.6°C2018
🧊Coldest February-28.6°C2015
🌧️Wettest February137 mm2008
🏜️Driest February17 mm1987
🌬️Windiest February1.2 m/s1981

Key Insights for February

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February temperatures in Binghamton have fallen by about 0.4°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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February has ranged from a record low of -28.6°C (2015) to a record high of 20.6°C (2018).

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Rainfall in February is one of the drier months, averaging 62 mm, with a wettest year of 137 mm.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Binghamton?

A quieter season to visit Binghamton

If your dates are flexible, the more temperate months of July and August tend to be the most comfortable for visiting Binghamton. That said, February — with days averaging -0.4°C and nights around -9.4°C (mean -4.9°C) and moderate rainfall (62 mm) — can still be rewarding for travellers who don't mind the cooler conditions, and often means fewer crowds.

See Binghamton'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 →

Binghamton Weather in February — In Depth

☀️ February climate overview

February is one of the cooler months of the year in Binghamton, with average highs near -0.4°C and lows around -9.4°C (mean -4.9°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 62 mm of rainfall and 90% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in February

February averages 62 mm of rainfall in Binghamton, one of the drier months compared with the rest of the year. The wettest February on record saw 137 mm (2008), and the driest just 17 mm (1987). Humidity sits around 90% and average wind speed is 1.1 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 2.5 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 fallen by about 0.4°C. Daytime highs moved from 0.7°C to 0.5°C and overnight lows from -8.5°C to -8.9°C over the same span.
February Weather in Binghamton, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
2025-1.7°C-5.6°C-9.6°C6.7°C-16.3°C62 mm91%1.2 m/s2.5
20243.3°C-1.5°C-6.3°C14.0°C-13.9°C37 mm87%1 m/s2.7
20233.3°C-1.4°C-6.1°C13.8°C-20.5°C45 mm86%1.1 m/s2.2
20220.7°C-4.9°C-10.6°C12.2°C-22.6°C94 mm90%1.2 m/s2.7
2021-3.3°C-7.5°C-11.8°C2.8°C-24.7°C71 mm98%0.9 m/s2.3
20200.2°C-4.1°C-8.3°C11.3°C-24.3°C82 mm93%0.9 m/s2.4
2019-0.1°C-4.1°C-8.1°C10.8°C-20.4°C59 mm91%1.1 m/s2.3
20182.5°C-2.0°C-6.5°C20.6°C-15.1°C103 mm91%1 m/s1.9
20173.0°C-1.6°C-6.2°C19.4°C-14.6°C71 mm91%1.1 m/s2.5
20161.8°C-2.7°C-7.2°C12.9°C-21.8°C100 mm84%1.2 m/s2.3
2015 ❄️-7.6°C-13.1°C-18.6°C-0.4°C-28.6°C40 mm98%1.1 m/s2.6
2014-4.3°C-8.5°C-12.7°C5.0°C-23.2°C66 mm92%1 m/s2.4
2013-0.8°C-4.4°C-8.0°C4.5°C-14.1°C44 mm86%1.1 m/s2.1
20122.4°C-1.6°C-5.5°C9.6°C-11.6°C33 mm88%1 m/s2.2
2011-1.2°C-6.5°C-11.7°C14.1°C-25.3°C103 mm94%1.1 m/s2.5
2010-1.7°C-4.7°C-7.7°C2.5°C-14.1°C57 mm92%1.1 m/s1.8
20090.9°C-3.7°C-8.4°C14.9°C-19.0°C33 mm88%1.2 m/s2.7
2008 🌧️-1.0°C-5.3°C-9.7°C9.0°C-16.8°C137 mm93%1.1 m/s2
2007-5.6°C-9.2°C-12.9°C2.5°C-19.7°C75 mm92%1.2 m/s2.5
20060.4°C-3.6°C-7.6°C10.9°C-14.7°C36 mm86%1.2 m/s2.3
2005-0.1°C-4.2°C-8.3°C7.4°C-15.9°C60 mm92%1 m/s3.1
2004-2.4°C-7.9°C-13.4°C2.4°C-25.7°C36 mm98%0.9 m/s2.7
2003-3.7°C-7.8°C-12.0°C2.6°C-20.9°C68 mm94%1 m/s2.6
20023.9°C-1.3°C-6.5°C12.4°C-14.5°C43 mm81%1.1 m/s2.6
20010.6°C-4.0°C-8.6°C8.8°C-15.4°C43 mm84%1.2 m/s2.6
20000.1°C-4.6°C-9.3°C12.8°C-20.0°C71 mm95%1 m/s2.5
19992.2°C-2.4°C-7.0°C10.6°C-18.4°C46 mm84%1 m/s2.5
19982.5°C-1.9°C-6.4°C10.0°C-16.2°C97 mm89%1 m/s2.8
19971.2°C-3.3°C-7.8°C13.2°C-16.4°C49 mm90%1.1 m/s2.6
1996-1.1°C-5.1°C-9.1°C12.7°C-19.6°C43 mm87%1.2 m/s2.3
1995-2.3°C-6.7°C-11.0°C8.2°C-19.0°C51 mm87%1.2 m/s2.6
1994-5.2°C-9.7°C-14.3°C3.6°C-25.2°C47 mm98%1 m/s2.8
1993-3.6°C-8.8°C-14.0°C6.8°C-21.6°C47 mm92%1.1 m/s2.7
19920.3°C-3.9°C-8.0°C7.9°C-17.3°C42 mm87%1.2 m/s2.3
19911.8°C-2.4°C-6.7°C12.3°C-16.9°C45 mm89%1 m/s2.5
19901.7°C-3.3°C-8.2°C12.6°C-18.4°C77 mm88%1.2 m/s2.4
1989-1.8°C-6.0°C-10.3°C12.4°C-19.1°C48 mm85%1.1 m/s2.2
1988-1.6°C-6.1°C-10.5°C8.0°C-21.9°C71 mm90%1.2 m/s2.4
1987-2.6°C-8.0°C-13.5°C3.5°C-22.7°C17 mm95%1 m/s2.8
1986-4.2°C-7.8°C-11.3°C0.3°C-17.4°C84 mm98%0.9 m/s2.6
1985-1.4°C-5.8°C-10.2°C15.0°C-22.6°C37 mm93%1.1 m/s2.6
1984 🔥3.1°C-1.0°C-5.2°C11.8°C-17.2°C82 mm91%1.1 m/s2.2
19831.1°C-3.7°C-8.6°C11.4°C-19.3°C46 mm87%1 m/s—
1982-1.8°C-6.5°C-11.2°C4.6°C-17.9°C58 mm90%1 m/s—
19812.6°C-2.2°C-7.1°C14.0°C-18.2°C134 mm88%1.2 m/s—

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

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Binghamton February Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Binghamton in February?▼

The average high in February is around -0.4°C with lows near -9.4°C (mean -4.9°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Binghamton in February?▼

February averages 62 mm of rainfall in Binghamton, one of the drier months. The wettest on record was 137 mm in 2008.

What was the hottest February on record in Binghamton?▼

The hottest February reached 20.6°C in 2018. The coldest dipped to -28.6°C in 2015.

Has February in Binghamton gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average February temperatures have fallen by about 0.4°C. Daytime highs moved from 0.7°C to 0.5°C and overnight lows from -8.5°C to -8.9°C over the same span.

Is February a good time to visit Binghamton?▼

February is one of the cooler months of the year in Binghamton and one of the drier months, so plan for around -0.4°C daytime highs and -9.4°C at night.

Is February the coldest month in Binghamton?▼

Not quite — February is the 2nd coolest month in Binghamton, averaging -4.9°C.

What should I pack for Binghamton in February?▼

For February in Binghamton, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of -0.4°C and lows of -9.4°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Binghamton humid in February?▼

Relative humidity in February averages 90% — quite humid.

How windy is Binghamton in February?▼

Average wind speed in February is 1.1 m/s. The windiest February on record averaged 1.2 m/s (1981).

Which February had the most rainfall in Binghamton?▼

The wettest February on record was 2008 with 137 mm. On average, February sees 62 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 Binghamton 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.