Weather on February 29
Joliet, IL
55 Years of Data
Avg High
44°F
Avg Low
22°F
Warmest
1972
50°F avg
Coldest
1980
16°F avg
About This Date
February 29th in Joliet, IL typically brings chilly winter weather, with average highs around 44°F and lows near 22°F. Over 14 years of records, the warmest February 29th was in 1972 (50°F average), while the coldest was 1980 (16°F) — a 34°F range across recorded history. Precipitation has occurred on 36% of recorded February 29th dates, with snow falling 7% of the time (heaviest snowfall: 3.8").
Planning for February 29th in Joliet, IL? Bring layers as temperatures can vary throughout the day. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
Cooling Trend
1.8°F per decade on this date
| Year | High | Low | Avg | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 31° | 18° | 24° | — | — |
| 2020 | 28° | 13° | 20° | — | — |
| 2016 | 63° | 31° | 47° | — | — |
| 2012 | 50° | 26° | 38° | 1.07" | — |
| 2008 | 32° | 7° | 19° | 0.23" | 3.8" |
| 2004 | 56° | 30° | 43° | — | — |
| 2000 | 60° | 31° | 45° | — | — |
| 1996 | 19° | 12° | 16° | 0.03" | — |
| 1992 | 48° | 28° | 38° | — | — |
| 1988 | 47° | 24° | 35° | — | — |
| 1984 | 32° | 18° | 25° | 0.03" | — |
| 1980coldest | 30° | 1° | 16° | — | — |
| 1976 | 59° | 39° | 49° | 1.8" | — |
| 1972warmest | 65° | 35° | 50° | — | — |
14 years of data from JOLIET