Normal weather for Iceland in February
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.
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.
Iceland in February |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
3°C | 6°C | |
 High Temp |
5°C | 10°C | |
| Low Temp |
-1°C | 2°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. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
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. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
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. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
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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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Looking for sun? February isn’t a good month to be in Iceland. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Iceland in February
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Daily Temperature in February in Iceland
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in February for Iceland, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Weather experiences in February in Iceland
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Daily Precipitation in February in Iceland
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in February for Iceland, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for February, you can expect about 15 days of precipitation in Iceland.
Daily Snowfall in February in Iceland
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in February in Iceland, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in February.
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.
Temperature in February in Iceland Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in February in Iceland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total Precipitation in February in Iceland Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in February in Iceland, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in February in Iceland per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in February in Iceland, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily Climate 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.
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.
