February weather forecast
Sisimiut, Greenland

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Weather in February

February in Sisimiut continues to deliver freezing cold temperatures similar to January. Snow is a common sight, and one can marvel at how beautifully it blankets the area. The recorded lowest and highest temperatures show a slight drop from last month, falling between -17.7°C (0.1°F) to -10.2°C (13.6°F). As winter progresses, the icy winds continue to sweep the city while daylight slowly starts to increase. Despite the cold temperatures, the increased hours of light add a bit of warmth to the chilly surroundings.

Temperature

February, noted for its average high-temperature of -10.2°C (13.6°F) and an average low-temperature of -17.7°C (0.1°F), is considered the coldest month.

Rainfall

In Sisimiut, in February, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 20mm (0.79") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.2 rainfall days, and 382mm (15.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall in Sisimiut. In Sisimiut, during February, snow falls for 10.3 days. In Sisimiut, Greenland, during the entire year, snow falls for 94.4 days.

Sea temperature

February and March, with an average sea temperature of -1.3°C (29.7°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Sisimiut.
Note: In swimming engagements, this poses immediate life-threatening risks. The loss of breath control is instantaneous, thereby hindering clear thought. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to limit thermal dissipation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 8h and 4min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 10:40 and sunset at 16:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:51 and sunset at 18:43 -02.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Sisimiut is 1.9h.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Sisimiut?

With average high and low temperatures of -10.2°C (13.6°F) and -17.7°C (0.1°F) respectively, February is Sisimiut's coldest month.

How cold is it in Sisimiut in February?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sisimiut during February are -10.2°C (13.6°F) and -17.7°C (0.1°F) respectively.

How many days does it rain in February in Sisimiut?

In Sisimiut, in February, during 10.6 rainfall days, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February in Sisimiut?

In February, snow falls for 10.3 days.

What are the months with the coldest sea water in Sisimiut?

The months with the coldest seawater are February and March, with an average sea temperature of -1.3°C (29.7°F).

What is the water temperature in February in Sisimiut?

In Sisimiut, the average seawater temperature in February is -1.3°C (29.7°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

What is the average length of the day in February in Sisimiut?

In Sisimiut, Greenland, the average day length in February is 8h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Sisimiut?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 10:40 and sunset at 16:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:51 and sunset at 18:43 -02.

How long on average sun shines in February in Sisimiut?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 1.9h.

Average temperature in February
Sisimiut, Greenland

Average temperature in February - Sisimiut, Greenland
  • Average high temperature in February: -10.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (9.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-10.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: -17.7°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (3.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (-18°C).

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Average rainfall in February
Sisimiut, Greenland

Average rainfall in February - Sisimiut, Greenland
  • Average rainfall in February: 20mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (52mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (18mm).

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Average rainfall days in February
Sisimiut, Greenland

Average rainfall days in February - Sisimiut, Greenland
  • Average rainfall days in February: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall days in February
Sisimiut, Greenland

Average snowfall days in February - Sisimiut, Greenland
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are November and December (13.1 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is August (0.2 days).

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Average sea temperature in February
Sisimiut, Greenland

Average sea temperature in February - Sisimiut, Greenland
  • Average sea temperature in February: -1.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (4.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (-1.3°C).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Sisimiut, Greenland

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Sisimiut, Greenland
  • Average daylight in February: 8h and 1min

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 20h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 1h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 0min).

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Sisimiut, Greenland

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