York vs London

York and London 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.

York is on the cooler side at 4°C, requiring warmer clothing. London is cooler at 8°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, York is the stronger choice in February. London receives 2 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

York reaches an average high of 4°C (39°F) and drops to -8°C (18°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

London averages 8°C (46°F) for the high and 2°C (36°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°C. The 4°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

York receives approximately 40 mm of rainfall across 3 rain days during February. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

London sees 47 mm over 10 rain days. That makes York the drier option by 7 rain days and 7 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.