February weather forecast
Skaftafell, Iceland

February

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

February's onset sees an average high-temperature of a still icy 1.3°C (34.3°F), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Nighttime temperatures in Skaftafell during February report a consistent average of -3.1°C (26.4°F).

Humidity

In Skaftafell, 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. In Skaftafell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.1 days and collects up to 1193mm (46.97") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. 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 the month, sunrise is at 09:48 and sunset at 16:54. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 08:16 and sunset at 18:24 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 3.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in February translates into these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?
In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 1.3°C (34.3°F) and -3.1°C (26.4°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in February?
In Skaftafell, the average relative humidity in February is 81%.
How much does it rain in Skaftafell in February?
In February, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout February, 133mm (5.24") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in February?
In Skaftafell, in February, snow falls for 9.4 days, with typically accumulated 159mm (6.26") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in February?
In Skaftafell, the average day length in February is 8h and 37min.
When 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, sunrise is at 08:16 and sunset at 18:24 GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Skaftafell have in February?
The average sunshine duration in February is 3.8h.
What is the UV index reading in February in Skaftafell?
The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe 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).

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).

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).

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%).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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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