USA Houston Weather in February — Climate Guide
February in Houston is high
February is high for Houston.
HOUSTON RODEO STARTS LATE FEB — world's largest rodeo + concert series with 70,000+ daily at NRG Stadium. Hotels surge +50-80%, book 3-6 months ahead. Mild weather perfect.
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Houston February Weather Stats
Avg High
20°C
Avg Low
10°C
Rainy Days
8
80mm total
Sunshine
6h
Daily avg
Humidity
70%
moderate
UV Index
5
Moderate
Wind
14 km/h
Gusts 40
Sea Temp
17°C
cold
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
February Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
21 μg/m³
PM10
38 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
19°C
Nighttime
9°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
14 km/h
Max gust 40 km/h
Activities Recommended for February
February Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Houston Rodeo opens late Feb
- Mild 20°C days
- Lunar New Year celebrations
- Daylight 11h
Cons
- Hotels surge +50-80% during Rodeo (late Feb)
- Possible Arctic fronts
- Restaurants packed Rodeo nights
February Events & Festivals
- Houston Rodeo starts late Feb (world's largest)
- Lunar New Year (Bellaire + Spring Branch)
- Valentine's Day
Houston in February — Full Picture
HOUSTON RODEO STARTS LATE FEB — world's largest rodeo + concert series with 70,000+ daily at NRG Stadium. Hotels surge +50-80%, book 3-6 months ahead. Mild weather perfect.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Mild. Long sleeves + light jacket for cool mornings.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
27.7°C
17°C
8.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
34.7°C
24.7°C
8/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
27.7°C
17°C
8/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current19°C
9°C
8/mo
Houston Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18° | 8° | 8d·90mm | 5h | 70% | 4 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 20° | 10° | 8d·80mm | 6h | 70% | 5 | Busy | Peak | |
| March (Best) | 24° | 13° | 8d·80mm | 7h | 70% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| April (Best) | 28° | 17° | 9d·95mm | 8h | 70% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| 31° | 21° | 9d·130mm | 9h | 72% | 10 | Busy | Peak | |
| 34° | 24° | 9d·120mm | 10h | 73% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 35° | 25° | 7d·95mm | 10h | 73% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 35° | 25° | 8d·105mm | 9h | 74% | 10 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 32° | 22° | 8d·130mm | 9h | 73% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| October (Best) | 28° | 17° | 8d·110mm | 9h | 70% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| November (Best) | 23° | 12° | 8d·90mm | 7h | 70% | 5 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 19° | 9° | 8d·100mm | 6h | 70% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Houston February Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is February a good time to visit Houston?
Houston in February is high. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Houston in February?
Houston February averages a high of 20°C and a low of 10°C.
Does it rain much in Houston in February?
Houston February averages 80mm of rainfall over about 8 rainy days.
What should I wear in Houston in February?
Mild. Long sleeves + light jacket for cool mornings.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Houston in February?
Houston February sunrise is 07:00 and sunset is 18:15, with 11h 15min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Houston in February?
Houston February air quality (AQI) averages 62, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 21μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Houston in February?
In February, Houston is great for Houston Rodeo NRG Stadium, NASA Space Center, Museum District.
Is February peak season in Houston?
Houston February crowds are busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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