February weather forecast
Ilulissat, Greenland

Moving to February, the cold atmosphere continues its reign in Ilulissat. However, unlike January, there are a few additional daylight hours, contributing to slightly enhanced visibility. Despite this small change, February experiences similar weather conditions to the preceding month, with temperature lows nearing -18°C (-0.4°F). Although the sea remains mostly frozen, the presence of snowfall gives the city a captivating snowy landscape. Unchanged, the distinctive chilly climate of Ilulissat remains constant in February.

Temperature

February's advent records an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold -10°C (14°F), matching the reading from the prior month. The low-temperature in Ilulissat averages to a polar cold -18°C (-0.4°F) during the nights of February.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 7 days. Throughout February, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ilulissat, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96 days and collects up to 244mm (9.61") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

February and March, with an average sea temperature of -1.4°C (29.5°F), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: In the realm of swimming, this is an immediate threat to life. Total loss of control over breathing happens instantly, complicating clear thought processes. The necessity of a specialized swimsuit to restrict thermal loss is paramount.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Ilulissat, Greenland, is 7h and 31min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 10:58 and sunset at 16:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:49 and sunset at 18:24 -02.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Ilulissat, Greenland, is 1h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index in Ilulissat. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 0 in February translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.