Wind Cave National Park in February
In February, Wind Cave National Park averages a high of 41°F and a low of 16°F, with 0.7 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow) and 7.1 inches of snowfall. About 11,000 people visit, the 11th busiest of 12 (quiet). Days are 10 hours 25 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 41° / 16°F
- Precipitation
- 0.7in
- Snow
- 7.1in
- Daylight
- 10h 25m
- Visitors
- 11,000
- Crowds
- Quiet
Best months for weather and crowds instead: September (busy).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Wind Cave, SD, 2.9 miles from the park's center, 4,155 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in February
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Rushmore National Memorial | 36° / 18° | Quiet | Cold |
| Badlands National Park | 39° / 13° | Quiet | Cold |
| Theodore Roosevelt National Park | 32° / 8° | Few or no visits | Cold |
| Rocky Mountain National Park | 34° / 6° | Quiet | Cold |
| Yellowstone National Park | 26° / 1° | Quiet | Cold |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Wind Cave National Park on nps.gov
All twelve months at Wind Cave · National parks to visit in February