February weather forecast
Egilsstaðir, Iceland

In February, there is a slight increase in the maximum temperature from January to 2°C (35.6°F), although the lower end of the temperature spectrum remains at a consistent -4°C (24.8°F). The city sees a dip in rainfall with just 71mm (2.8") across 13 days, in contrast to the previous month. Even with frigid temperatures, the winter beauty of Egilsstaðir continues to fascinate. February marks the transition from the darkest period, with increasing daylight hours hinting at the forthcoming spring.

Temperature

The transition into February in Egilsstaðir, Iceland, is marked with an average high-temperature of a still wintry 2°C (35.6°F), showing an insignificant shift from January's 1°C (33.8°F). Egilsstaðir observes an average nighttime temperature of -4°C (24.8°F) during February.

Rainfall

In Egilsstaðir, Iceland, during February, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of precipitation. In Egilsstaðir, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167 days and collects up to 892mm (35.12") of precipitation.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 8h and 24min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 09:48 and sunset at 16:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 18:10 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Egilsstaðir is 1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Egilsstaðir are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 0 suggests this advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.