Month guide · St. Louis · United States
St. Louis in February
What February is really like in St. Louis: 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 -3°C (27°F), about 9 rainy days and roughly 10.7 hours of daylight. Still wintry, but Soulard's Mardi Gras brings big crowds and parades.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 7°C (45°F) / -3°C (27°F)
- Rainy days
- About 9
- Daylight
- About 10.7 hours
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in February
February is the 10th-warmest month in St. Louis: days average 7°C (45°F) against a yearly average high of 19°C (66°F), and nights fall to about -3°C (27°F). Rain falls on roughly 9 of its 28 days. Compared with January (4°C (39°F)), February is warmer; by March highs climb to around 13°C (55°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 06:52
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 17:38
- Daylight
- About 10.7 hours
Winter (December–February). Cold with occasional snow or ice, Garden Glow lights, Soulard Mardi Gras and the year's lowest hotel rates.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 2 for crowds (the peak is June at 4) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in June). That makes February one of the better-value months to book.
Events in February
- Soulard Mardi Gras Grand Parade (usually the Saturday before Fat Tuesday)
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.
Architecture · Downtown West
St. Louis Union Station
Opened in 1894, this Romanesque railway station was once one of the busiest in the world.
- Time needed
- 1–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Architecture
- History
- Rainy day
Gallery · Grand Center
Pulitzer Arts Foundation
Combine it with the Contemporary Art Museum next door and lunch in the Grand Center arts district.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Art
- Architecture
- Rainy day
Museum · Downtown
National Blues Museum
On Washington Avenue downtown, this museum traces the blues from its roots in the Deep South to its influence on rock and soul, with interactive exhibits that let you mix your own track.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Rainy day
Landmark · Downtown
Gateway Arch
Book the tram for early morning or late afternoon, and arrive early for the airport-style security screening.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- Views
- History
- Kids
- Architecture
What to pack
For highs near 7°C, lows near -3°C and 9 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 St. Louis?
A quieter month with trade-offs, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, April–May and September–October are better overall. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit St. Louis?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Still wintry, but Soulard's Mardi Gras brings big crowds and parades.
+How warm is St. Louis in February?
Average highs are around 7°C (45°F) and lows around -3°C (27°F).
+Does it rain a lot in St. Louis in February?
Expect rain on about 9 days of the month.