Bitcoin Price in February 2018
In February 2018, bitcoin rose 1.7%, from $10,221.10 at the end of January to $10,397.90 per bitcoin on February 28, 2018. The highest close was $11,403.70 on February 20, 2018, the lowest $6,955.27 on February 5, 2018, and the average over 28 days was $9,472.00. Today's price is 684.7% higher than the February 2018 close.
- Bitcoin rose 1.7% in US dollars in February 2018, leaving it down 26.5% for the year to date.
- Measured in other currencies, the change ranged from −0.5% in ZAR to +5.7% in AUD, because exchange rates moved too.
- It did better than gold (−1.8%), silver (−5.1%) and US stocks (−3.7%).
- It closed higher on 14 days and lower on 14, with an average daily move of 5.96%.
- At the end of the month it was 46.7% below its highest close since 2014.
- Bitcoin in ounces of gold: 7.6 → 7.9.
Bitcoin price chart, February 2018
US dollars per bitcoin · daily closeBitcoin in other currencies, February 2018
| Currency | Change in the month |
|---|---|
| AUD | +5.7% |
| CAD | +5.3% |
| ARS | +4.8% |
| BRL | +3.9% |
| GBP | +3.6% |
| INR | +3.5% |
| EUR | +3.2% |
| TRY | +2.8% |
| NGN | +2.0% |
| PKR | +1.7% |
| JPY | +0.5% |
| ZAR | −0.5% |
Price in each currency at each day's exchange rate, previous month-end to this month-end. A weaker currency makes bitcoin rise more in local terms.
Bitcoin vs other assets, February 2018
| Asset | Change (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bitcoin | +1.7% |
| Gold | −1.8% |
| Silver | −5.1% |
| S&P 500 (with dividends) | −3.7% |
| US inflation (CPI, month) | +0.45% |
| Bitcoin, year to date (end of February) | −26.5% |
| Bitcoin in ounces of gold | 7.6 → 7.9 |
Month-end to month-end. US CPI is the official monthly index (not seasonally adjusted), published the following month.
Daily Bitcoin Prices, February 2018
Closing price for every day, with the same price in INR and EUR at that day's exchange rate.
| Date | Close (USD per BTC) | Change | India, ₹ per BTC | Euro, € per BTC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 1Thu | $9,170.54 | −10.28% | ₹5,83,842 | €7,384.12 |
| Feb 2Fri | $8,830.75 | −3.71% | ₹5,64,947 | €7,059.30 |
| Feb 3Sat | $9,174.91 | +3.90% | ₹5,86,965 | €7,334.42 |
| Feb 4Sun | $8,277.01 | −9.79% | ₹5,29,522 | €6,616.64 |
| Feb 5Mon | $6,955.27 | −15.97% | ₹4,46,059 | €5,587.86 |
| Feb 6Tue | $7,754.00 | +11.48% | ₹4,98,696 | €6,269.88 |
| Feb 7Wed | $7,621.30 | −1.71% | ₹4,87,611 | €6,155.72 |
| Feb 8Thu | $8,265.59 | +8.45% | ₹5,30,651 | €6,737.28 |
| Feb 9Fri | $8,736.98 | +5.70% | ₹5,63,015 | €7,125.88 |
| Feb 10Sat | $8,621.90 | −1.32% | ₹5,55,600 | €7,032.02 |
| Feb 11Sun | $8,129.97 | −5.71% | ₹5,23,899 | €6,630.80 |
| Feb 12Mon | $8,926.57 | +9.80% | ₹5,73,187 | €7,284.97 |
| Feb 13Tue | $8,598.31 | −3.68% | ₹5,52,729 | €6,988.71 |
| Feb 14Wed | $9,494.63 | +10.42% | ₹6,10,031 | €7,685.90 |
| Feb 15Thu | $10,166.40 | +7.08% | ₹6,50,906 | €8,154.47 |
| Feb 16Fri | $10,233.90 | +0.66% | ₹6,53,853 | €8,185.07 |
| Feb 17Sat | $11,112.70 | +8.59% | ₹7,10,000 | €8,887.94 |
| Feb 18Sun | $10,551.80 | −5.05% | ₹6,74,164 | €8,439.33 |
| Feb 19Mon | $11,225.30 | +6.38% | ₹7,22,685 | €9,044.22 |
| Feb 20Tue | $11,403.70 | +1.59% | ₹7,35,596 | €9,197.08 |
| Feb 21Wed | $10,690.40 | −6.25% | ₹6,93,433 | €8,666.71 |
| Feb 22Thu | $10,005.00 | −6.41% | ₹6,49,274 | €8,146.07 |
| Feb 23Fri | $10,301.10 | +2.96% | ₹6,69,071 | €8,356.25 |
| Feb 24Sat | $9,813.07 | −4.74% | ₹6,37,373 | €7,960.36 |
| Feb 25Sun | $9,664.73 | −1.51% | ₹6,27,738 | €7,840.03 |
| Feb 26Mon | $10,366.70 | +7.26% | ₹6,70,757 | €8,437.46 |
| Feb 27Tue | $10,725.60 | +3.46% | ₹6,94,809 | €8,709.19 |
| Feb 28Wed | $10,397.90 | −3.06% | ₹6,74,928 | €8,501.32 |
How February usually goes for bitcoin
In the 11 years from 2015 to 2025, bitcoin rose in February 9 times out of 11, with an average move of +12.5% and a median of +12.2%.
Bitcoin in February 2018: FAQ
What was the price of bitcoin in February 2018?
Bitcoin traded between $6,955.27 and $11,403.70 per bitcoin (daily closes) in February 2018, averaging $9,472.00. It closed the month at $10,397.90.
How much did bitcoin go up in February 2018?
Bitcoin rose 1.7%, from $10,221.10 to $10,397.90. The biggest daily rise was +11.5% on February 6, 2018 and the biggest fall −16.0% on February 5, 2018.
What was the bitcoin price on February 1, 2018?
Bitcoin closed at $9,170.54 per bitcoin on February 1, 2018, the first day of the month. India, ₹ per BTC: ₹5,83,842.
Is February usually a good month for bitcoin?
In the 11 years from 2015 to 2025, bitcoin rose in February 9 times out of 11, with an average move of +12.5% and a median of +12.2%. Past seasonal patterns are not a reliable guide to any single year.
How much did bitcoin change in rupees in February 2018?
Bitcoin rose 3.5% in Indian rupee terms in February 2018, compared with +1.7% in US dollars.
Did bitcoin beat stocks in February 2018?
Yes. Bitcoin was +1.7% for the month, against −3.7% for the S&P 500 with dividends.
Did bitcoin keep up with inflation in February 2018?
US consumer prices (CPI) changed +0.45% in February, so bitcoin's real (inflation-adjusted) change was about +1.3%.