Boston vs New York

Boston and New York are closely matched in February. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Boston is on the cooler side at 3°C, requiring warmer clothing. New York is cooler at 5°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in February.

Boston reaches an average high of 3°C (37°F) and drops to -6°C (21°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

New York averages 5°C (41°F) for the high and -4°C (25°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in February.

Boston receives approximately 83 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during February. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

New York sees 78 mm over 9 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.