Stillwater Weather in February (1981–2025)

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February at a Glance in Stillwater

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
11.0°C
Avg Low
❄️
-1.1°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
5.0°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
44 mm
Avg Humidity
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73%
Avg Wind
🌬️
3.5 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
3.4
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
-10.9°C
temp difference
❄️Cool afternoons🥶Freezing mornings☁️Cloudier skies🌦️Some rain💨Breezy😊Comfortable humidity

Stillwater February Weather Overview

February is one of the cooler months of the year in Stillwater, with average highs near 11°C and lows around -1.1°C (mean 5°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 44 mm of rainfall and 73% relative humidity across the period.

Stillwater February Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

February is one of the cooler months of the year in Stillwater. Across 45 years of records, the warmest February in Stillwater was 2017 — when the month averaged 9.9°C — while the coldest was 1989 at -0.2°C. Typical February days reach 11°C with nights near -1.1°C. The long-term February temperature trend is broadly flat.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp4.1°C→4.7°C+0.6°C
Max Temp10.1°C→11.2°C+1.1°C
Min Temp-2.0°C→-1.8°C+0.2°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.1°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.1°C/decade ↗
Min Temp0°C/decade →

Distribution of Avg Temp

-1.0°C–1.8°C4 yr (9%)
1.8°C–4.5°C15 yr (33%)
4.5°C–7.3°C18 yr (40%)
7.3°C–10.0°C8 yr (18%)

Stillwater February Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

February is one of the drier months in Stillwater, averaging 44 mm of rainfall. The wettest February on record was 1987 with 141 mm, while the driest was 1991 at 3 mm.

Stillwater February Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Stillwater during February averages 73%. The most humid February was 1993 at 86%, and the least humid was 2006 at 57%.

Stillwater February Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

February receives about 3.4 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Stillwater. The sunniest February was 2016 at 4.3 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest were 2001, 2003 and 2019, among others at 2.7.

Stillwater February Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Stillwater during February is 3.5 m/s. The windiest February was 2009 at 4.4 m/s, while the calmest were 1993 and 2010 at 2.8 m/s.

What February Feels Like in Stillwater

🌅
Freezing
Morning
🌞
Cool
Afternoon
🌆
Freezing
Evening
Rain chanceModerate
Outdoor comfort★★★☆☆

How February Ranks in Stillwater

🥶3rd coolest month of the year
🌵2nd driest month of the year
☀️9th sunniest month of the year

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

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Stillwater February Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp3.9°C6.0°C5.2°C4.8°C4.7°C+0.8°C
Avg High9.7°C12.2°C11.3°C10.7°C11.1°C+1.4°C
Avg Low-1.9°C-0.2°C-1.0°C-1.3°C-1.7°C+0.2°C
Avg Rain56 mm45 mm39 mm48 mm31 mm-25 mm

Extreme February Records in Stillwater

🔥Warmest February29.0°C1996
🧊Coldest February-18.4°C2021
🌧️Wettest February141 mm1987
🏜️Driest February3 mm1991
🌬️Windiest February4.4 m/s2009

Key Insights for February

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February temperatures in Stillwater have risen by about 0.6°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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February has ranged from a record low of -18.4°C (2021) to a record high of 29°C (1996).

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Rainfall in February is one of the drier months, averaging 44 mm, with a wettest year of 141 mm.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Stillwater?

A quieter season to visit Stillwater

If your dates are flexible, the more temperate months of September and May tend to be the most comfortable for visiting Stillwater. That said, February — with days averaging 11°C and nights around -1.1°C (mean 5°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 Stillwater'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 →

Stillwater Weather in February — In Depth

☀️ February climate overview

February is one of the cooler months of the year in Stillwater, with average highs near 11°C and lows around -1.1°C (mean 5°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 44 mm of rainfall and 73% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in February

February averages 44 mm of rainfall in Stillwater, one of the drier months compared with the rest of the year. The wettest February on record saw 141 mm (1987), and the driest just 3 mm (1991). Humidity sits around 73% and average wind speed is 3.5 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 3.4 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 0.6°C. Daytime highs moved from 10.1°C to 11.2°C and overnight lows from -2°C to -1.8°C over the same span.
February Weather in Stillwater, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202510.0°C3.5°C-3.0°C24.3°C-14.1°C14 mm71%3.6 m/s3.3
202416.2°C9.5°C2.7°C28.5°C-5.5°C40 mm70%3.8 m/s3.7
202313.0°C6.6°C0.2°C23.6°C-6.1°C50 mm67%3.6 m/s3.5
202211.1°C4.1°C-2.9°C22.5°C-9.9°C43 mm60%4.1 m/s3.9
20215.7°C0.0°C-5.8°C20.8°C-18.4°C7 mm74%3.8 m/s3.3
202010.5°C4.7°C-1.1°C21.0°C-8.9°C30 mm77%3.5 m/s3.2
20198.1°C3.2°C-1.8°C20.7°C-11.4°C38 mm81%3.7 m/s2.7
201810.5°C4.7°C-1.1°C24.8°C-8.2°C91 mm72%3.7 m/s3.1
2017 🔥16.5°C9.9°C3.2°C28.0°C-5.6°C52 mm68%3.8 m/s3.7
201614.5°C7.9°C1.4°C25.3°C-5.0°C30 mm69%3.9 m/s4.3
20158.5°C2.5°C-3.6°C23.1°C-8.9°C17 mm66%3.6 m/s3.6
20148.5°C2.5°C-3.6°C21.5°C-12.3°C12 mm66%3.6 m/s3.4
201310.8°C4.5°C-1.9°C20.9°C-12.0°C77 mm69%3.6 m/s3.6
201212.8°C6.6°C0.4°C21.8°C-7.6°C49 mm70%3.4 m/s3.2
201110.7°C4.1°C-2.5°C26.1°C-17.2°C61 mm73%3.7 m/s3.4
20106.4°C1.6°C-3.2°C14.3°C-8.6°C49 mm80%2.8 m/s2.9
200914.5°C7.8°C1.1°C24.4°C-5.9°C39 mm64%4.4 m/s4.2
200810.1°C3.9°C-2.3°C22.1°C-6.6°C60 mm74%3.5 m/s3.4
20079.9°C4.1°C-1.6°C23.7°C-12.9°C21 mm71%3.9 m/s3.5
200611.9°C5.4°C-1.2°C27.1°C-8.8°C4 mm57%3.6 m/s3.8
200512.6°C7.1°C1.5°C22.4°C-6.4°C45 mm79%3 m/s3
20049.4°C3.8°C-1.7°C19.5°C-8.9°C42 mm75%3.4 m/s3.5
20039.0°C3.1°C-2.7°C24.3°C-11.5°C36 mm74%3.2 m/s2.7
200210.1°C3.7°C-2.8°C22.8°C-14.7°C18 mm69%3.5 m/s3.9
200110.4°C4.5°C-1.3°C20.0°C-8.3°C80 mm81%3.7 m/s2.7
200015.4°C8.3°C1.3°C23.7°C-4.9°C40 mm70%4 m/s3.7
199915.6°C8.6°C1.6°C23.9°C-5.0°C25 mm75%3.8 m/s3.8
199812.3°C6.8°C1.2°C22.0°C-4.2°C9 mm79%3 m/s3.2
199711.1°C5.7°C0.4°C20.1°C-4.7°C103 mm81%3 m/s3.1
199613.0°C5.7°C-1.6°C29.0°C-15.2°C4 mm61%3.4 m/s3.6
199512.8°C6.3°C-0.3°C23.1°C-6.2°C21 mm68%3.5 m/s3.6
19949.3°C3.2°C-3.0°C19.7°C-12.9°C62 mm71%3.6 m/s3.3
19937.5°C2.4°C-2.6°C16.6°C-13.2°C78 mm86%2.8 m/s2.8
199214.2°C8.3°C2.3°C22.8°C-4.7°C26 mm79%3.1 m/s3.5
199114.8°C7.6°C0.4°C23.6°C-7.3°C3 mm65%3.7 m/s4.1
199011.9°C5.6°C-0.7°C22.3°C-8.1°C115 mm73%3.7 m/s3.1
1989 ❄️4.8°C-0.2°C-5.2°C19.1°C-16.1°C55 mm72%3.3 m/s3
19889.3°C3.1°C-3.1°C21.2°C-12.9°C19 mm72%3.5 m/s3.6
1987 🌧️11.5°C6.3°C1.1°C20.1°C-6.8°C141 mm85%3.1 m/s2.7
198611.3°C5.8°C0.2°C23.7°C-10.3°C19 mm78%3.4 m/s3.3
19857.2°C1.5°C-4.2°C19.5°C-16.2°C131 mm84%3.2 m/s3.1
198413.1°C6.1°C-0.9°C21.1°C-6.8°C38 mm68%4 m/s3.9
19839.7°C4.7°C-0.3°C17.5°C-12.4°C37 mm85%3 m/s—
19827.7°C1.8°C-4.1°C23.5°C-16.8°C31 mm80%3.2 m/s—
198112.8°C6.2°C-0.5°C27.6°C-17.1°C33 mm63%3.8 m/s—

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

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Stillwater February Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Stillwater in February?▼

The average high in February is around 11°C with lows near -1.1°C (mean 5°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Stillwater in February?▼

February averages 44 mm of rainfall in Stillwater, one of the drier months. The wettest on record was 141 mm in 1987.

What was the hottest February on record in Stillwater?▼

The hottest February reached 29°C in 1996. The coldest dipped to -18.4°C in 2021.

Has February in Stillwater 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 0.6°C. Daytime highs moved from 10.1°C to 11.2°C and overnight lows from -2°C to -1.8°C over the same span.

Is February a good time to visit Stillwater?▼

February is one of the cooler months of the year in Stillwater and one of the drier months, so plan for around 11°C daytime highs and -1.1°C at night.

Is February the coldest month in Stillwater?▼

Not quite — February is the 3rd coolest month in Stillwater, averaging 5°C.

What should I pack for Stillwater in February?▼

For February in Stillwater, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 11°C and lows of -1.1°C.

Is Stillwater humid in February?▼

Relative humidity in February averages 73% — moderately humid.

How windy is Stillwater in February?▼

Average wind speed in February is 3.5 m/s. The windiest February on record averaged 4.4 m/s (2009).

Which February had the most rainfall in Stillwater?▼

The wettest February on record was 1987 with 141 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 Stillwater 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.