February weather forecast
Rotterdam, Netherlands

An old ship dock in Rotterdam, Netherlands, overlooking the Williamsburg Bridge and the famous Openlucht Binnenvaart museum
An old ship dock in Rotterdam, Netherlands, overlooking the Williamsburg Bridge and the famous Openlucht Binnenvaart museum

February

Weather in February

As the calendar flips into February, there's a modest rise in temperature, but the specter of a wintry chill still lingers in Rotterdam. Further borrowing from January, February hosts snowfall and increased rainfall compared to the preceding month. The wind speeds pick up a bit, stirring the generally high humidity air and rain. February can brag about having the greatest snowfall during the year, seeing 19mm (0.75") versus the next closest contender, January, with 8mm (0.31"). As the month concludes, each day bids adieu to winter just a hair quicker as daylight steadily progresses.

Temperature

February's presence marks an average high-temperature of a chilly 6.3°C (43.3°F), subtly varied from January's 5.6°C (42.1°F). February in Rotterdam, Netherlands, witnesses a minor deviation from daytime peaks, with an average nighttime temperature of 2.3°C (36.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in Rotterdam is 81%.

Rainfall

In Rotterdam, in February, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 22mm (0.87") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 130.3 rainfall days, and 205mm (8.07") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rotterdam are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Rotterdam is February, when snow falls for 2.2 days and typically aggregates up to 19mm (0.75") of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Rotterdam is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of February in Rotterdam, sunrise is at 08:22 and sunset at 17:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 18:20 CET.

Sunshine

In Rotterdam, the average sunshine in February is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rotterdam, Netherlands, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during February translates into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February in Rotterdam?
In Rotterdam, 6.3°C (43.3°F) is the average high-temperature and 2.3°C (36.1°F) is the average low-temperature during February.
What is the average humidity in February in Rotterdam?
The average relative humidity in February in Rotterdam, Netherlands, is 81%.
How much does it rain in Rotterdam in February?
In Rotterdam, in February, during 8.5 rainfall days, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the snowiest month in Rotterdam?
February is the month with the most snowfall in Rotterdam. Snow falls for 2.2 days and accumulates 19mm (0.75") of snow.
How much does it snow in Rotterdam in February?
In Rotterdam, in February, during 2.2 snowfall days, 19mm (0.75") of snow is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Rotterdam have in February?
In Rotterdam, the average day length in February is 9h and 58min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Rotterdam?
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 08:22 and sunset at 17:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 18:20 CET.
How long on average sun shines in February in Rotterdam?
In Rotterdam, Netherlands, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.2h.
When is the lowest UV index in Rotterdam?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Rotterdam.
What is the UV index intensity in February in Rotterdam?
In Rotterdam, Netherlands, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in February
Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in February: 6.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (22°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 2.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.3°C).

Average pressure in February
Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in February: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.4mbar).

Average wind speed in February
Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in February: 19.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (20.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (13.6km/h).

Average humidity in February
Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in February: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in February
Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in February: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (24mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (9mm).

Average rainfall days in February
Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in February: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in February
Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in February: 19mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (19mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in February
Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in February: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

Average UV index in February
Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in February: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in February
Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average visibility in February: 9km

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

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