February weather forecast
Iceland

February continues the winter season in Iceland with conditions similar to those experienced in January. Average temperatures remain cold, ranging from -2°C (28.4°F) to 3°C (37.4°F), with coastal areas such as Reykjavik being slightly milder due to the moderating influence of the ocean. Despite the continuation of the cold, February marks the beginning of a slow but steady rise in temperatures compared to January, hinting at the coming spring.

While February remains a dark month, daylight hours begin to noticeably increase compared to January, heralding the gradual transition towards longer days. At the beginning of February, the sun rises around 10 am and sets around 5 pm, giving approximately 7 hours of daylight. By the end of the month, daylight extends to nearly 10 hours, setting the stage for the "long days" period Iceland is known for.

Snowfall remains a dominant feature of the Icelandic landscape in February, although it is slightly less compared to January. The northern and central parts of the country, particularly the highland regions, tend to receive more snow. Precipitation during February averages between 70mm (2.76") to 90mm (3.54"), with the southern and western coastal regions experiencing the most due to incoming Atlantic weather systems. Similar to January, the form of precipitation - snow, sleet, or rain - can vary depending on daily temperature fluctuations.

February also sees strong winds, with wind speeds typically around 15km/h (9.3mph), making the cold temperatures feel even chillier. However, these winds also clear the skies, providing excellent conditions to witness the Northern Lights, which remain highly active during this period.

Overall, February, like January, offers the chance to experience the stark beauty of Iceland's winter landscapes and the opportunity for winter activities. The increasing daylight hours also start to open up more possibilities for exploring the outdoors.

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• Reykjavík - February »
  In Reykjavík in February, during 6.8 snowfall days, 45mm (1.77") of snow is typically accumulated. In Reykjavík during February, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.
• Kópavogur - February »
  In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:07 and sunset at 17:14. When are sunrise and sunset in February in Kópavogur?
• Akureyri - February »
  In Akureyri, in February, during 17 snowfall days, 440mm (17.32") of snow is typically accumulated. With an average sea temperature of 2.3°C (36.1°F), February is the month with the coldest seawater in Akureyri, Iceland.
• Akranes - February »
  In Akranes, in February, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 45mm (1.77") of snow. In Akranes, in February, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 45mm (1.77") of snow.
• Selfoss - February »
  In Selfoss, Iceland, in February, during 14.7 rainfall days, 112mm (4.41") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Selfoss, during February, snow falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 143mm (5.63") of snow.
• Ísafjörður - February »
  February's advent in Ísafjörður denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still icy 1.7°C (35.1°F) from January's 1.3°C (34.3°F). When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Ísafjörður?
• Vestmannaeyjar - February »
  In the month of February, Vestmannaeyjar experiences a minor discrepancy from peak daytime temperatures, settling at an average low-temperature of 0.1°C (32.2°F). February sees a slight rise in temperatures from the preceding month, but the weather in Vestmannaeyjar remains frigid.
• Grindavik - February »
  The months of February, March and December are noted for their lowest temperatures in Grindavik, with an average high-temperature of 4.2°C (39.6°F). The lowest level of Grindavik's temperatures is noted during February, March and December, averaging a high-temperature of 4.2°C (39.6°F).
• Seltjarnarnes - February »
  In Seltjarnarnes in February, the average water temperature is 5°C (41°F). In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:08 and sunset at 17:14.
• Borgarnes - February »
  In Borgarnes, in February, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 45mm (1.77") of snow. In Borgarnes, during February, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.