February weather forecast
Stornoway, United Kingdom

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Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a frosty month in Stornoway, United Kingdom, with an average temperature fluctuating between 5.6°C (42.1°F) and 7.4°C (45.3°F).

Temperature

February is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 7.4°C (45.3°F) and an average low of 5.6°C (42.1°F).

Humidity

In Stornoway, the average relative humidity in February is 77%.

Rainfall

In Stornoway, in February, during 21.2 rainfall days, 70mm (2.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Stornoway, United Kingdom, there are 258.9 rainfall days, and 808mm (31.81") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Stornoway is February, when snow falls for 1.9 days and typically aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Stornoway, the average seawater temperature in February is 7.9°C (46.2°F).
Note: Entering waters of 7.9°C (46.2°F) is life-endangering. A mere moment in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels piercing cold, and below 10°C (50°F) it can lead to immediate cold shock and cessation of breathing control, depending on body resilience.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Stornoway is 9h and 23min.
On the first day of February in Stornoway, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:54 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Stornoway is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Stornoway, United Kingdom, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in February translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Stornoway?

February is the coldest month of the year in Stornoway, registering average temperatures as high as 7.4°C (45.3°F) and as low as 5.6°C (42.1°F).

What is the usual temperature for Stornoway in February?

An average high-temperature, in February, in Stornoway, is 7.4°C (45.3°F) and the average low-temperature is 5.6°C (42.1°F).

What is the average humidity in February in Stornoway?

In Stornoway, the average relative humidity in February is 77%.

How many days does it rain in February in Stornoway?

In Stornoway, United Kingdom, in February, it is raining for 21.2 days, with typically 70mm (2.76") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Stornoway?

The month with the most snowfall in Stornoway, United Kingdom, is February, when snow falls for 1.9 days and typically aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of snow.

How many days does it snow in February in Stornoway?

In February, in Stornoway, United Kingdom, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout February, 30mm (1.18") of snow is accumulated.

What is the water temperature in February in Stornoway?

In Stornoway, in February, the average water temperature is 7.9°C (46.2°F). Swimming in 7.9°C (46.2°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in February in Stornoway?

In Stornoway, the average day length in February is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Stornoway?

On the first day of February in Stornoway, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:54 pm GMT.

How long on average sun shines in February in Stornoway?

In Stornoway, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in February is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Stornoway?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Stornoway, United Kingdom.

What is the UV index reading in February in Stornoway?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Stornoway, United Kingdom, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Stornoway, United Kingdom

Average temperature in February - Stornoway, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in February: 7.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (14.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (7.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 5.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (5.6°C).

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Average pressure in February
Stornoway, United Kingdom

Average pressure in February - Stornoway, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in February: 1005.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1003.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in February
Stornoway, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in February - Stornoway, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in February: 32.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (35.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (20.5km/h).

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Average humidity in February
Stornoway, United Kingdom

Average humidity in February - Stornoway, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in February: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, November and December (76%).

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Average rainfall in February
Stornoway, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in February - Stornoway, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in February: 70mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (92mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and June (43mm).

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Average rainfall days in February
Stornoway, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in February - Stornoway, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in February: 21.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (16.6 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Stornoway, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in February - Stornoway, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in February: 30mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (30mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in February
Stornoway, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in February - Stornoway, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in February: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in February
Stornoway, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in February - Stornoway, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in February: 7.9°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 (7.6°C).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Stornoway, United Kingdom

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Stornoway, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in February: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Stornoway, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in February - Stornoway, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in February: 4.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (10.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (3.2 days).

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Average UV index in February
Stornoway, United Kingdom

Average UV index in February - Stornoway, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Stornoway, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in February - Stornoway, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in February: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 57).

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Average visibility in February
Stornoway, United Kingdom

Average visibility in February - Stornoway, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in February: 9km

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

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