Month guide · Las Vegas · United States
Las Vegas in February
What February is really like in Las Vegas: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
February is a shoulder-season month. Expect average highs of 17°C (63°F), lows of 4°C (39°F), about 4 rainy days and roughly 10.8 hours of daylight. Mild and sunny, good for hiking at Red Rock Canyon; Valentine's Day and holiday weekends push up rates.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 17°C (63°F) / 4°C (39°F)
- Rainy days
- About 4
- Daylight
- About 10.8 hours
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in February
February is the 10th-warmest month in Las Vegas: days average 17°C (63°F) against a yearly average high of 27°C (81°F), and nights fall to about 4°C (39°F). Rain falls on roughly 4 of its 28 days. Compared with January (14°C (57°F)), February is warmer; by March highs climb to around 22°C (72°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 06:28
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 17:21
- Daylight
- About 10.8 hours
Autumn (September–November). Heat eases through September into perfect October and November weather, with football, hockey and the Formula 1 race.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 3 for crowds (the peak is May at 5) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in May). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in February
February has no major recurring festival in Las Vegas, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in February
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Landmark · Center Strip
Fountains of Bellagio
Bellagio's choreographed fountains send jets of water up to about 140 metres above an artificial lake, set to music from opera to pop.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- After dark
- Couples
- Kids
- Photo spot
Experience · Center Strip
Sphere
Watch the Exosphere animations for free after dark from the pedestrian bridges near The Venetian or from the High Roller.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Expensive
- Iconic
- After dark
- Rainy day
Street · Downtown
Fremont Street Experience
Five blocks of Fremont Street in Downtown are covered by Viva Vision, a giant LED canopy that plays free light-and-music shows after dark, while stages, street performers and vintage casinos such as the Golden Nugget line the pedestrian mall below.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- After dark
- History
Landmark · South Strip
Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign
Go early in the morning to avoid the photo queue and the midday heat; tip performers only if you pose with them.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- Photo spot
What to pack
For highs near 17°C, lows near 4°C and 4 wet days: layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit Las Vegas?
A shoulder-season month. If your dates are flexible, March–May and October–November are better overall. Compare every month.
Las Vegas in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Las Vegas?
It is a shoulder-season month. Mild and sunny, good for hiking at Red Rock Canyon; Valentine's Day and holiday weekends push up rates.
+How warm is Las Vegas in February?
Average highs are around 17°C (63°F) and lows around 4°C (39°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Las Vegas in February?
Expect rain on about 4 days of the month, so it is usually dry.