Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for February
| Metric | Los Angeles | Las Vegas | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 20°C (68°F)▲ | 17°C (63°F) | Los Angeles |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 8°C (46°F)▲ | 5°C (41°F) | Los Angeles |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 6 days | 5 days▲ | Las Vegas |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 85 mm | 28 mm▲ | Las Vegas |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 9h/day | 9h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 70% | 65%▲ | Las Vegas |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 2 | 2 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 14 km/h▲ | 15 km/h | Los Angeles |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Las Vegas edges ahead as the better destination in February. Las Vegas offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 5 rain days, while Los Angeles sees 9 sunshine hours and 6 rain days.
Los Angeles sits in the comfortable travel range at 20°C. Las Vegas is also comfortable at 17°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Las Vegas is the stronger choice in February.
Los Angeles reaches an average high of 20°C (68°F) and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.
Las Vegas averages 17°C (63°F) for the high and 5°C (41°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in February.
Los Angeles receives approximately 85 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during February. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Las Vegas sees 28 mm over 5 rain days. That makes Las Vegas the drier option by 1 rain day and 57 mm of total precipitation.
Humidity also differs: Los Angeles averages 70% while Las Vegas sits at 65%. Los Angeles will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.
Highs of 20°C, lows of 8°C, 6 rain days
Highs of 17°C, lows of 5°C, 5 rain days
Pack for both: a packable rain jacket, an umbrella. These items are useful in either destination during February.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. February is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Los Angeles | Las Vegas | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 19°C | 5d | 14°C | 4d |
| Feb | 20°C | 6d | 17°C | 5d |
| Mar | 21°C | 5d | 21°C | 3d |
| Apr | 24°C | 3d | 26°C | 2d |
| May | 25°C | 2d | 31°C | 1d |
| Jun | 28°C | 0d | 37°C | 1d |
| Jul | 31°C | 0d | 39°C | 2d |
| Aug | 32°C | 0d | 38°C | 2d |
| Sep | 31°C | 1d | 34°C | 1d |
| Oct | 28°C | 2d | 27°C | 2d |
| Nov | 23°C | 2d | 19°C | 2d |
| Dec | 19°C | 5d | 13°C | 3d |
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