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Grand Teton in February

February is one of the best times to visit Grand Teton — about as busy as January, about as busy as March.

Expect light crowds (1/10), highs near 30°F, about 10.5 hours of daylight, and 1 seasonal closure in effect.

Crowd score

How busy it gets

1/10
Quiet

Well below this park's peak — easy parking, open trails, short lines.

About 7% of this park's busiest month.

Source: NPS Visitor Use Statistics, 2023–2025

Data: NPS visitation 2023–2025 · crowd scores computed Oct 2026 · alerts checked Oct 18, 2026. How this is calculated →

Computed from federal data · Methodology by Sharon Ben-Moshe

Visitation

Typical February visits vs. the year

February (typical)54,786
Peak — July755,782
Quietest — December49,223

February draws about 2% of Grand Teton’s yearly visitors.

Typical monthly recreation visits, averaged over the most recent three full years.

Source: NPS Visitor Use Statistics, 2023–2025

Weather

February weather

Avg high
30°F
Avg low
4°F
Precipitation
2.3"
Sunrise
7:21 AM
Sunset
5:53 PM
Daylight
10.5h

Source: NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, MORAN 5WNW, WY US

What's open

Grand Teton in February: access

Visitors may enter the park at any time, but visitor services and motor vehicle access vary throughout the year.

Seasonal closures may apply:

  • Park Closure

    Death Canyon Trailhead Construction Closure

    Death Canyon Road and Trailhead are closed to all use. Start hikes at alternative trailheads such as Granite Canyon, LSR Preserve, and Taggart Lake.

    Details on nps.gov →

Source: NPS Data API

Conditions

Current alerts

  • Caution

    Construction in the South End of the Park

    Moose-Wilson Road between Moose and LSR Preserve closed. Expect occasional short delays between Granite Entrance and LSR Preserve. Possible intermittent delays on Teton Park Road at Cottonwood Creek Picnic Area. Cottonwood Creek picnic area closed. Taggart Trail detour in place. Mormon Row area open with some construction activity.

    Details on nps.gov →
  • Caution

    Construction on HWY 26/89/191

    Construction taking place on US HWY 26/89/191 south of Moran Junction. Expect 20-minute delays in both directions.

    Details on nps.gov →
  • Information

    Plan Ahead for 2027 Construction

    Plan ahead for construction in 2027. Check road construction and park construction pages for more information.

    Details on nps.gov →

Source: NPS Data API

Context

Grand Teton crowds across the year

January: 1/10 crowdJanFebruary: 1/10 crowd1FebMarch: 1/10 crowdMarApril: 1/10 crowdAprMay: 5/10 crowdMayJune: 9/10 crowdJunJuly: 10/10 crowdJulAugust: 10/10 crowdAugSeptember: 8/10 crowdSepOctober: 4/10 crowdOctNovember: 1/10 crowdNovDecember: 1/10 crowdDec

FAQ

Grand Teton in February

How busy is Grand Teton in February?

February rates 1/10 for crowds (Quiet) at Grand Teton National Park — about 7% of its busiest month. Typical recreation visits: 54,786.

What is the weather like at Grand Teton in February?

In February, Grand Teton averages a high of 30°F and a low of 4°F, with about 2.3 inches of precipitation.

How much does it cost to visit Grand Teton?

Entrance to Grand Teton costs $35 (Park entrance fee for 7 days for a private, non-commercial vehicle.).

When is Grand Teton least crowded?

Grand Teton is quietest in January and February. If your dates are flexible, those months bring the thinnest crowds of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Grand Teton get in February?

In mid-February, Grand Teton gets about 10.5 hours of daylight, with sunrise around 7:21 AM and sunset around 5:53 PM.