February weather forecastTurku, Finland

Weather in February

February continues to experience winter's harshness in Turku, although not as severe as the preceding month. The temperature drops marginally further, with the sea freezing and icy winds contributing to the frigid sensation. Despite the slight increase in daylight hours, sunshine durations remain relatively minimal, depriving the city of much-needed warmth. Most days are rainy, an unwelcome occurrence in such cold conditions. Featherweight, warm clothing and wind-resistant accessories are essential wear for the outdoor-bound during this month.

Temperature

Turku, Finland, experiences its lowest average temperatures in February, reaching a peak of -2.1°C (28.2°F) and a minimum of -8.3°C (17.1°F).

Rainfall

In Turku, in February, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Turku, there are 116 rainfall days, and 723mm (28.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

February is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average sea temperature of -0.4°C (31.3°F).
Note: While swimming, this scenario rapidly escalates into a life-threatening situation. Breathing becomes unmanageable, impairing clear thinking. Utilizing a specialized swimsuit is vital to minimize thermal depletion.

Daylight

In Turku, the average length of the day in February is 9h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:48 and sunset at 16:40. On the last day of February, in Turku, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 17:55 EET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 2.7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 0 during February translates into these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.