February weather forecast
Stromness, United Kingdom

February

Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a frosty month in Stromness, United Kingdom, with an average temperature varying between 5.5°C (41.9°F) and 7°C (44.6°F).

Temperature

February is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 7°C (44.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 5.5°C (41.9°F).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Stromness, during February, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 53mm (2.09") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 233.4 rainfall days, and 572mm (22.52") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Stromness is February, when snow falls for 1.2 days and typically aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of snow.

Sea temperature

In February, the average sea temperature is 7.7°C (45.9°F).
Note: Diving into 7.7°C (45.9°F) when it's under 10°C (50°F) can cause immediate cold shock symptoms, marked by hyperventilation.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 9h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:40 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Stromness, the average sunshine in February is 3.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Stromness?
Stromness's coldest month, February, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 7°C (44.6°F) to a low of 5.5°C (41.9°F).
How cold is February in Stromness?
In February, in Stromness, the average high-temperature is 7°C (44.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 5.5°C (41.9°F).
What is the average humidity in February in Stromness?
The average relative humidity in February is 76%.
How much does it rain in Stromness in February?
In February, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout February, 53mm (2.09") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the snowiest month in Stromness?
February is the month with the most snowfall in Stromness, United Kingdom. Snow falls for 1.2 days and accumulates 5mm (0.2") of snow.
How many days does it snow in February in Stromness?
In February, in Stromness, United Kingdom, it is snowing for 1.2 days. Throughout February, 5mm (0.2") of snow is accumulated.
What is the sea water temperature in February in Stromness?
In Stromness, United Kingdom, the average seawater temperature in February is 7.7°C (45.9°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.
How many hours of daylight does Stromness have in February?
In February, the average day length is 9h and 19min.
When are sunrise and sunset in February in Stromness?
In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Stromness, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:40 pm GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Stromness have in February?
In February, the average sunshine duration in Stromness, United Kingdom, is 3.7h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Stromness?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
How high is the UV index in February in Stromness?
In Stromness, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
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Average humidity
Average rainfall
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Average snowfall
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in February - Stromness, United Kingdom
Average temperature in February
Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in February: 7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (14.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (7°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 5.5°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 (5.5°C).

Average pressure in February - Stromness, United Kingdom
Average pressure in February
Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in February: 1005.9mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and June (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1003.7mbar).

Average wind speed in February - Stromness, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in February
Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in February: 35.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (38.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (22.5km/h).

Average humidity in February - Stromness, United Kingdom
Average humidity in February
Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in February: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (75%).

Average rainfall in February - Stromness, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in February
Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in February: 53mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (60mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (30mm).

Average rainfall days in February - Stromness, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in February
Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in February: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (23.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (15.5 days).

Average snowfall in February - Stromness, United Kingdom
Average snowfall in February
Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in February: 5mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in February - Stromness, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in February
Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in February: 1.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and March (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in February - Stromness, United Kingdom
Average sea temperature in February
Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in February: 7.7°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 (7.3°C).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in February - Stromness, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in February
Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in February: 6.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (11.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.8 days).

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

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

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 56).

Average visibility in February - Stromness, United Kingdom
Average visibility in February
Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in February: 10km

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

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