February could be a good time to visit Detroit, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +2°C, and there are typically 4 sunny days in February. However, expect about 9 snowy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 29 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+2°C
Avg. max. temperature
-24°C
Min.
+20°C
Max.
26 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
4 ☀️
Sunny Days
12 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Detroit has OK weather in February.
Average temperature in Detroit in February
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Detroit for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in February is +6°C with a maximum of +15°C and a minimum of -14°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 41% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from -4°C to +8°C.
Is Detroit warm or cold in February?
Detroit is typically cool in February.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from 0°C to +2°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from -6°C to -6°C.
Pack a sweater and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
February is one of the coolest months in Detroit, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Detroit in February
Water in Detroit in February is Cold. It varies from 0°C to +2°C, with an average of +1°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +2°C.
The water temperature in February is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Detroit are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +23°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +1°C.
Can you swim in Detroit in February?
We would not recommend swimming in Detroit in February, the water is very cold (+1°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Detroit in February
Detroit weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
January
February
March
Avg. temperature
0°C
+2°C
+7°C
Min. temperature
-27°C
-24°C
-19°C
Max. temperature
+16°C
+20°C
+28°C
Rainfall
26 mm
26 mm
50 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+2°C
+1°C
+1°C
Humidity
75%
72%
68%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1017 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
3
4
6
Cloudy days
14
12
10
Rainy days
3
3
8
Snowy days
11
9
6
February weather is still as ok as in January.It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from 0°C to +2°C during the day.The rainfall amount in February stays the same as in the previous month with a 26 mm of total precipitation.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 75% to 72%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 4 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in February, from 3 to 4.
March brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Detroit in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Detroit is gradually increasing during February, going from 4 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Detroit based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in February is about 79 mm, with a 36% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 30 mm, which is moderate rain.February is a pretty wet month with over 10 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Detroit wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 39% chance of precipitation and 114 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 10% chance of precipitation and 26 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during February in Detroit based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The total snow in February is about 74 mm, with a 4% chance of snow on a typical day.
February is one of the snowiest months in Detroit.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last February in Detroit?
This is the weather in Detroit in February 2023:
1 February
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-4°C
2 February
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+1°C
3 February
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0°C
4 February
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+1°C
5 February
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+5°C
6 February
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+4°C
7 February
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+12°C
8 February
☁️
+7°C
9 February
🌧️
+14°C
10 February
☁️
+8°C
11 February
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+4°C
12 February
☀️
+10°C
13 February
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+11°C
14 February
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+10°C
15 February
🌧️
+15°C
16 February
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+9°C
17 February
🌨️
0°C
18 February
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+7°C
19 February
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+12°C
20 February
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+10°C
21 February
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+4°C
22 February
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0°C
23 February
🌫️
+5°C
24 February
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+5°C
25 February
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+3°C
26 February
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+9°C
27 February
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+6°C
28 February
🌧️
+8°C
In February 2023 Detroit had 15 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +6°C, with an absolute maximum of +15°C and a minimum of -4°C. The average humidity was 70%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 34%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 18 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in February?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Detroit climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Detroit in February has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+13°C) and the highest in 1998 (+17°C). The driest year was 1999 with only 460 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 1977 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Detroit in February:
Is February a good time to visit Detroit?
It’s always a good time to visit Detroit, but the weather is changeable in February, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Detroit in February?
Not really, February is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Detroit in February?
Swimming in Detroit in February is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Detroit rainy in February?
Detroit is usually dry in February. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Detroit in February?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Detroit in February, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Detroit, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.