Month guide · Philadelphia · United States
Philadelphia in February
What February is really like in Philadelphia: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
February is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 7°C (45°F), lows of -2°C (28°F), about 10 rainy days and roughly 10.6 hours of daylight. Still cold and grey, with snow possible; good for indoor museums and market lunches at low prices.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 7°C (45°F) / -2°C (28°F)
- Rainy days
- About 10
- Daylight
- About 10.6 hours
- Crowds
- Very quiet
- Hotel prices
- Lowest
Weather in February
February is the 10th-warmest month in Philadelphia: days average 7°C (45°F) against a yearly average high of 18°C (64°F), and nights fall to about -2°C (28°F). Rain falls on roughly 10 of its 28 days. Compared with January (5°C (41°F)), February is warmer; by March highs climb to around 12°C (54°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 06:54
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 17:36
- Daylight
- About 10.6 hours
Winter (December–February). Cold with occasional snow, but holiday markets, the Mummers Parade and quiet museums at the lowest hotel prices of the year.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 1 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 1 for hotel prices (highest in May). That makes February one of the better-value months to book.
Events in February
- Black History Month programmes at museums and historic sites
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in February
With cold days, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
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Museum · Logan Square
Academy of Natural Sciences
Founded in 1812, the Academy has a Dinosaur Hall with a towering Tyrannosaurus and Hadrosaurus foulkii, the first nearly complete dinosaur skeleton found in North America.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Rainy day
- Nature
Historic site · Old City
Independence Hall
Pick up or print your tour ticket first, then visit the Liberty Bell Center across Chestnut Street while you wait for your slot.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- History
- Free
- Architecture
Landmark · Old City
Liberty Bell Center
The cracked bell, inscribed with 'Proclaim LIBERTY throughout all the Land', became a symbol for abolitionists and suffragists long after it hung in the State House.
- Time needed
- 30–45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- History
- Free
- Kids
Historic site · Fairmount
Eastern State Penitentiary
Use the audio tour; its side stories are the best part, and the self-guided route takes longer than most visitors expect.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- History
- Architecture
- Photo spot
What to pack
For highs near 7°C, lows near -2°C and 10 wet days: a warm coat, hat, gloves and thermal layers; shoes with good grip for icy pavements; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit Philadelphia?
A quieter month with trade-offs, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, May–June and September–October are better overall. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Philadelphia?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Still cold and grey, with snow possible; good for indoor museums and market lunches at low prices.
+How warm is Philadelphia in February?
Average highs are around 7°C (45°F) and lows around -2°C (28°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Philadelphia in February?
Expect rain on about 10 days of the month.