Contents
- Weather in February
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in February
- Average pressure in February
- Average wind speed in February
- Average humidity in February
- Average rainfall in February
- Average rainfall days in February
- Average snowfall in February
- Average snowfall days in February
- Average sea temperature in February
- Average daylight in February
- Average sunshine in February
- Average sunshine days in February
- Average UV index in February
- Average cloud cover in February
- Average visibility in February
Weather in February
Temperature
Lerwick's coldest month, February, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 6.8°C (44.2°F) to a low of 4.9°C (40.8°F).Humidity
In February, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In Lerwick, in February, it is raining for 20.6 days, with typically 64mm (2.52") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 250.8 rainfall days, and 719mm (28.31") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Lerwick. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.2 days and accumulates 12mm (0.47") of snow.Sea temperature
In Lerwick, United Kingdom, the average seawater temperature in February is 8°C (46.4°F).Note: Diving into 8°C (46.4°F) when it's under 10°C (50°F) can cause immediate cold shock symptoms, marked by hyperventilation.
Daylight
In Lerwick, United Kingdom, the average length of the day in February is 9h and 10min.On the first day of February, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:29 pm GMT.
Sunshine
In February, the average sunshine in Lerwick is 3.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Lerwick are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in February translates into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Frequently asked questions
What is the coldest time of year in Lerwick?
Is February cold in Lerwick?
What is the average humidity in February in Lerwick?
How many days does it rain in February in Lerwick?
What is the snowiest month in Lerwick?
How many days does it snow in February in Lerwick?
What is the water temperature in February in Lerwick?
How many hours of daylight does Lerwick have in February?
When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Lerwick?
How many hours of sunshine does Lerwick have in February?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lerwick?
How high is the UV index in February in Lerwick?
Average temperature in February
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in February: 6.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (14°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (6.8°C).
- Average low temperature in February: 4.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.9°C).
Average pressure in February
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in February: 1005.2mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and June (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1002.5mbar).
Average wind speed in February
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in February: 35km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (38.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (22.5km/h).
Average humidity in February
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in February: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (75%).
Average rainfall in February
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in February: 64mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (90mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (32mm).
Average rainfall days in February
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in February: 20.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (25.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (14.8 days).
Average snowfall in February
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in February: 12mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (12mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in February
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in February: 2.2 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and March (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in February
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in February: 8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.8°C).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in February: 9h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in February: 3h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in February
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in February: 3.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (2.1 days).
Average UV index in February
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in February: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in February
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in February: 69
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 56).
Average visibility in February
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in February: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, November and December (9km).
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