Weather in February
February continues the trend of cold weather in
Espoo,
Finland, further intensifying the chill experienced in
January. Though the sea continues to remain cold, it is not vastly different from the temperatures in the preceding month. Snow continues to be a dominate feature of the landscape during this time. The increase in daylight hours is much appreciated as it brings a bit more warmth to the environment and also extends outdoor activities time.
Sea temperature
In Espoo, in February, the average water temperature is 0.2°C (32.4°F).
Note: In the practice of swimming, this situation poses immediate risks to life. Losing control over breathing is immediate, thereby making clear thinking near impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to restrict thermal loss.
Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 9h and 9min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 08:37 and sunset at 16:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 17:46 EET.
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