SeasonMapChicago vs New York in February
New York is the better pick in February — 59 vs 49 on SeasonMap's comfort score. New York is cold, rainy, reliable snow, while Chicago is freezing, a little rain, clean air.
Chicago vs New York — February climate, side by side
| Chicago | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Comfort score | 49/100 (F) | 59/100 (D) |
| Feels-like high | -1°C | 4°C |
| Avg high / low | 4° / -5° | 8° / 0° |
| Rainfall | 51 mm | 88 mm |
| Rainy days | 6 | 9 |
| Humidity | 71% | 70% |
| Air quality (AQI) | 48 | 56 |
Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.
Chicago vs New York in February — FAQ
- Is February better in Chicago or New York?
- New York is the better pick in February — 59 vs 49 on SeasonMap's comfort score. New York is cold, rainy, reliable snow, while Chicago is freezing, a little rain, clean air.
- What is the weather like in Chicago vs New York in February?
- In February, Chicago averages 4°C high / -5°C low with about 51 mm of rain; New York averages 8°C high / 0°C low with about 88 mm.