February weather forecast
Sodankylä, Finland

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Weather in February

The cold continues into February albeit with a slight moderation in temperature compared to January. There is an impressive accumulation of snow - around 215mm (8.46") - which persists from the previous month. Although Sodankylä remains blanketed in winter conditions, the daylight hours start to expand noticeably, providing more opportunities to appreciate the surrounding snow-covered landscapes. Visitors can anticipate an affair of clear, crisp days and frigid nights throughout the month. Despite the chilly temperatures, Sodankylä's February weather offers captivating sights and winter experiences.

Temperature

The arrival of February in Sodankylä is marked by an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold -7.8°C (18°F), bearing a close resemblance to January. February in Sodankylä, Finland, sees the temperature falling to a mean low of -13.8°C (7.2°F).

Humidity

January, February, April and December, with an average relative humidity of 96%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Sodankylä, during February, the rain falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of precipitation. In Sodankylä, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.5 days and collects up to 468mm (18.43") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In February, it is snowing for 20.3 days. Throughout February, 215mm (8.46") of snow is accumulated. In Sodankylä, during the entire year, snow falls for 143.9 days and aggregates up to 1538mm (60.55") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 7h and 56min.
On the first day of February in Sodankylä, Finland, sunrise is at 09:25 and sunset at 15:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:32 and sunset at 17:19 EET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 2.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Sodankylä in February?

In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sodankylä, Finland, are -7.8°C (18°F) and -13.8°C (7.2°F) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Sodankylä?

The months with the highest humidity in Sodankylä, Finland, are January, February, April and December, with an average relative humidity of 96%.

What is the average humidity in February in Sodankylä?

In Sodankylä, Finland, the average relative humidity in February is 96%.

How many days does it rain in February in Sodankylä?

In Sodankylä, Finland, in February, during 2.2 rainfall days, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sodankylä in February?

In Sodankylä, during February, snow falls for 20.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 215mm (8.46") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sodankylä have in February?

The average day length in February is 7h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Sodankylä?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:25 and sunset at 15:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:32 and sunset at 17:19 EET.

How many hours of sunshine does Sodankylä have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February in Sodankylä is 2.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sodankylä?

The months with the lowest UV index in Sodankylä, Finland, are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in February in Sodankylä?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Sodankylä is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Sodankylä, Finland

Average temperature in February - Sodankylä, Finland
  • Average high temperature in February: -7.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-8.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: -13.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-14.6°C).

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Average pressure in February
Sodankylä, Finland

Average pressure in February - Sodankylä, Finland
  • Average pressure in February: 1009.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1005.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in February
Sodankylä, Finland

Average wind speed in February - Sodankylä, Finland
  • Average wind speed in February: 11km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (9.9km/h).

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Average humidity in February
Sodankylä, Finland

Average humidity in February - Sodankylä, Finland
  • Average humidity in February: 96%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, April and December (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (69%).

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Average rainfall in February
Sodankylä, Finland

Average rainfall in February - Sodankylä, Finland
  • Average rainfall in February: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (61mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (29mm).

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Average rainfall days in February
Sodankylä, Finland

Average rainfall days in February - Sodankylä, Finland
  • Average rainfall days in February: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Sodankylä, Finland

Average snowfall in February - Sodankylä, Finland
  • Average snowfall in February: 215mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (261mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in February
Sodankylä, Finland

Average snowfall days in February - Sodankylä, Finland
  • Average snowfall days in February: 20.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (22.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Sodankylä, Finland

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Sodankylä, Finland
  • Average daylight in February: 7h and 5min

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 18h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Sodankylä, Finland

Average sunshine days in February - Sodankylä, Finland
  • Average sunshine days in February: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.1 days).

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Average UV index in February
Sodankylä, Finland

Average UV index in February - Sodankylä, Finland
  • Average UV index in February: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in February
Sodankylä, Finland

Average cloud cover in February - Sodankylä, Finland
  • Average cloud cover in February: 77

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 52).

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Average visibility in February
Sodankylä, Finland

Average visibility in February - Sodankylä, Finland
  • Average visibility in February: 5km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (5km).

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