Lexington weather in February

February in Lexington averages 47°F by day and 28°F at night, with 3.6 inches of precipitation and 4.5 inches of snow. It is the 10th-warmest and 9th-wettest month of the year here.

LexingtonKentuckyPop. 329,751
Average high
47°F+5° vs January
Average low
28°F19 nights below freezing
Precipitation
3.6 in7 days with 0.1 in. or more
Snow
4.5 in0 days at 90°F+

Is February a good time to visit Lexington?

February is cool, with highs around 47°F. The most comfortable months overall are April and September to October.

On February 15 the sun rises at 7:28 am and sets at 6:16 pm, giving 10h 48m of daylight. Daylight all year.

What to pack for Lexington in February

  • A winter coat, hat, gloves and warm layers
  • Expect nights below freezing
  • An umbrella or rain jacket
  • Waterproof boots for snow

Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.

February nearby

CityDistanceHighLowPrecip.
Lexington47°F28°F3.6 in
Louisville, KY66 mi48°F31°F3.4 in
Cincinnati, OH79 mi44°F26°F3.2 in
Dayton, OH120 mi41°F25°F2.4 in
Bowling Green, KY128 mi51°F31°F4.1 in
Bloomington, IN135 mi42°F23°F3.0 in
Knoxville, TN144 mi53°F33°F4.8 in

Warmer places in February

Big cities with comfortable February highs between 68°F and 86°F:

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lexington in February?

In February, Lexington averages a high of 47°F and a low of 28°F, with 3.6 inches of precipitation and 4.5 inches of snow (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).

Is February a good time to visit Lexington?

February is cool to cold in Lexington, with average highs of 47°F. Pack warm layers.

Does it snow in Lexington in February?

Yes. February averages 4.5 inches of snow.

Before and after: Lexington in January and Lexington in March. All twelve months: Lexington weather by month.

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Lexington Bluegrass Airport, KY, 7.4 miles from the city center.