February weather forecast
Skaftafell, Iceland

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Weather in February

As February steps in, Skaftafell sees a slight increase in the maximum temperature and decrease in snowfall. However, the city continues to be a hub for winter enthusiasts, with average snowfall reaching 159mm (6.26"). Despite the mercury pushing up to 1.3°C (34.3°F), cold temperatures remain, with lows of -3.1°C (26.4°F). The duration of daylight begins to increase, and the city gets bathed in sunlight for an average of 8.6 hours per day.

Temperature

Skaftafell indicates an average high-temperature of a still icy 1.3°C (34.3°F) in February, showing minor variation from January's 0.9°C (33.6°F). Skaftafell maintains an average of approximately a freezing cold -3.1°C (26.4°F) during February nights, with only a minimal decrease from the daytime temperature.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 81%.

Rainfall

In Skaftafell, in February, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 133mm (5.24") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Skaftafell, there are 187.1 rainfall days, and 1193mm (46.97") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Skaftafell. In Skaftafell, in February, during 9.4 snowfall days, 159mm (6.26") of snow is typically accumulated. In Skaftafell, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.5 days and aggregates up to 893mm (35.16") of snow.

Daylight

In Skaftafell, the average length of the day in February is 8h and 37min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 09:48 and sunset at 16:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:16 and sunset at 18:24 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Skaftafell is 3.8h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Skaftafell?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Skaftafell during February are 1.3°C (34.3°F) and -3.1°C (26.4°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February in Skaftafell?

In Skaftafell, Iceland, the average relative humidity in February is 81%.

How much does it rain in Skaftafell in February?

In Skaftafell, Iceland, during February, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 133mm (5.24") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February in Skaftafell?

In Skaftafell, during February, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 159mm (6.26") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Skaftafell have in February?

The average day length in February in Skaftafell is 8h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Skaftafell?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:48 and sunset at 16:54. On the last day of the month, in Skaftafell, sunrise is at 08:16 and sunset at 18:24 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in February in Skaftafell?

In Skaftafell, the average sunshine duration in February is 3.8h.

How high is the UV index in February in Skaftafell?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Skaftafell, Iceland, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average temperature in February - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in February: 1.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (10.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (0.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: -3.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (7.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-3.6°C).

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Average pressure in February
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average pressure in February - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average pressure in February: 999mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (997.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in February
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average wind speed in February - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in February: 22.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (22.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.4km/h).

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Average humidity in February
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average humidity in February - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average humidity in February: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and December (79%).

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Average rainfall in February
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average rainfall in February - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in February: 133mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (135mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (46mm).

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Average rainfall days in February
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average rainfall days in February - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in February: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.5 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average snowfall in February - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in February: 159mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (209mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in February
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average snowfall days in February - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average snowfall days in February: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average daylight in February: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average sunshine days in February - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in February: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8 days).

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Average UV index in February
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average UV index in February - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in February
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average cloud cover in February - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average cloud cover in February: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 54).

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Average visibility in February
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average visibility in February - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average visibility in February: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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