February weather forecast
Alta, Norway

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Weather in February

Moving into February, the weather remains fairly comparable to January with persistent icy conditions. The city is steeped in a cold embrace with snowfall continuing to be considerable, though a slight decrease from January. February, however, differs with marginally prolonged daylight hours making the days not as short as those in January. A pronounced feature of February's weather is the maintained consistency of the sea temperature, lingering at 4°C (39.2°F), identical to the previous month. Despite the cold, February sees more sunlit days in comparison to the preceding month, introducing more opportunities for solar appreciation.

Temperature

Temperatures reach their minimum during January and February, recording an average high-temperature of -6.7°C (19.9°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 88%.

Rainfall

February is the month with the least rainfall in Alta. Rain falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 16mm (0.63") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Alta. In Alta, in February, snow falls for 11.5 days, with typically accumulated 84mm (3.31") of snow. In Alta, during the entire year, snow falls for 90.6 days and aggregates up to 728mm (28.66") of snow.

Sea temperature

The months with the coldest seawater are February through April, with an average sea temperature of 4°C (39.2°F).
Note: In the practice of swimming, this situation poses immediate risks to life. Losing control over breathing is immediate, thereby making clear thinking near impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to restrict thermal loss.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Alta is 7h and 16min.
On the first day of February in Alta, sunrise is at 09:13 and sunset at 14:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 16:23 CET.

Sunshine

In Alta, the average sunshine in February is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in February interprets into the following advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Alta?

Alta witnesses its lowest temperatures during January and February, when the average high-temperature reaches -6.7°C (19.9°F).

How cold is it in Alta in February?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Alta during February are -6.7°C (19.9°F) and -11.9°C (10.6°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February in Alta?

The average relative humidity in February is 88%.

What is the driest month in Alta?

February is the month with the least rainfall in Alta. Rain falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 16mm (0.63") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in February in Alta?

In Alta, in February, during 4.3 rainfall days, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February in Alta?

In February, in Alta, it is snowing for 11.5 days. Throughout February, 84mm (3.31") of snow is accumulated.

When is the sea coldest in Alta?

The months with the coldest seawater are February through April, with an average sea temperature of 4°C (39.2°F).

What is the water temperature in February in Alta?

In February, the average sea temperature in Alta is 4°C (39.2°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

How many hours of daylight does Alta have in February?

In Alta, Norway, the average day length in February is 7h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Alta?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 09:13 and sunset at 14:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 16:23 CET.

How long on average sun shines in February in Alta?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Alta is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Alta?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in February in Alta?

In Alta, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Alta, Norway

Average temperature in February - Alta, Norway
  • Average high temperature in February: -6.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (14.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-6.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: -11.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-11.9°C).

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Average pressure in February
Alta, Norway

Average pressure in February - Alta, Norway
  • Average pressure in February: 1006mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1001.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in February
Alta, Norway

Average wind speed in February - Alta, Norway
  • Average wind speed in February: 16.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (17.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.8km/h).

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Average humidity in February
Alta, Norway

Average humidity in February - Alta, Norway
  • Average humidity in February: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (75%).

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Average rainfall in February
Alta, Norway

Average rainfall in February - Alta, Norway
  • Average rainfall in February: 16mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (44mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (16mm).

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Average rainfall days in February
Alta, Norway

Average rainfall days in February - Alta, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in February: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Alta, Norway

Average snowfall in February - Alta, Norway
  • Average snowfall in February: 84mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (137mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in February
Alta, Norway

Average snowfall days in February - Alta, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in February: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in February
Alta, Norway

Average sea temperature in February - Alta, Norway
  • Average sea temperature in February: 4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (10°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February, March and April (4°C).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Alta, Norway

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Alta, Norway
  • Average daylight in February: 7h and 2min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Alta, Norway

Average sunshine days in February - Alta, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in February
Alta, Norway

Average UV index in February - Alta, Norway
  • Average UV index in February: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in February
Alta, Norway

Average cloud cover in February - Alta, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in February: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 57).

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Average visibility in February
Alta, Norway

Average visibility in February - Alta, Norway
  • Average visibility in February: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is April (7km).

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