The weather in February in Iceland
It's cold in February in Iceland with an average temperature of 3°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of -1°C to a high of 5°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -6°C and 0°C.
Looking for sun? February isn’t a good month to be in Iceland. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in February for Iceland. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 10°C in 2019, Iceland reached the highest temperature in February over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -11°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -16°C to a highest value of 8°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In February, there is an average of 120 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. Of the total precipitation, about 40 cm falls as snow in February. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in February for Iceland
Click on any day in February to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Iceland. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
February weather comparison
| Iceland | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 3°C | 6°C |
| Max. temperature | 5°C | 10°C |
| Min. temperature | -6°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 120 mm | 82 mm |
| Rainy days | 15 days | 11 days |
| Total snowfall | 40 cm | 34 cm |
| Snowy days | 15 days | 12 days |
Start of February
The month of February starts in Iceland with really cold temps, averaging around 3°C during the day and nights dipping to about -2°C.
Mid February
By mid-February, daytime temps stay steady at around 3°C, with nights around -2°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of February
By the end of February, the average daytime temperature in Iceland is around 3°C, while nighttime temps are about -1°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 2 this month. That's a low value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. The risk of sunburn is minimal at this time.
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The climate in Iceland is based on weather data from Reykjavík. Other places, like VíkHúsavík, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Iceland to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in February in Iceland. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in February in Iceland
Temperature in February in Iceland over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in February in Iceland. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in February in Iceland
Total precipitation in February in Iceland over the years
Daily Snowfall in February in Iceland
Snowfall in February in Iceland per year
Daily UV index in February in Iceland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in February in Iceland, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in February in Iceland
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February in Iceland is cold with sub-zero temperatures. There was a lot of snow and wind, which made travel difficult at times. But the chance to see the northern lights made it all worthwhile. Be prepared for unpredictable weather.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Iceland by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Iceland. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.