February weather forecast
Murmansk, Russia

By February, Murmansk remains icy with a slight increase from January in its high-temperature average, resting at -6.7°C (19.9°F). This does not present a noticeable change in the wintry conditions. The city continues to endure chilly winds, layers of snow, and scarce sunlight. The amount of snowfall days lessens slightly, hinting at the gradual transition towards spring. With March around the corner, the city readies itself for a more moderate clime.

Temperature

The advent of February in Murmansk sees the average high-temperature at a still subzero cold -6.7°C (19.9°F), subtly shifted from January's -6.8°C (19.8°F). Murmansk's average low-temperature in February is measured at an extreme cold -12.8°C (9°F).

Humidity

In Murmansk, the average relative humidity in February is 83%.

Rainfall

February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 0.3 days and accumulates 22mm (0.87") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In February, in Murmansk, snow falls for 21 days. In Murmansk, during the entire year, snow falls for 138 days.

Sea temperature

In Murmansk, the average seawater temperature in February is 2°C (35.6°F).
Note: In the realm of swimming, this is an immediate threat to life. Total loss of control over breathing happens instantly, complicating clear thought processes. The necessity of a specialized swimsuit to restrict thermal loss is paramount.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Murmansk, Russia, is 7h and 33min.
On the first day of February in Murmansk, sunrise is at 10:19 and sunset at 15:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 17:47 MSK.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 1.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Murmansk are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 0. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 0 in February suggests the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.