ScotlandAverage weather for Edinburgh in February
It's cold in February in Edinburgh with an average temperature of 8°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 6°C to a high of 11°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 0°C and 5°C.
Start of February
The month of February starts in Edinburgh with cold temps, averaging around 8°C during the day and nights around 2°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid February
By mid-February, daytime temps rise to around 9°C, with nights around 4°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 Edinburgh is around 10°C, while nighttime temps are about 3°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In February, there is an average of 72 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. Of the total precipitation, about 5,5 cm falls as snow in February. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Edinburgh in February |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
8°C | 6°C | |
 Max. temperature |
11°C | 10°C | |
| Min. temperature |
6°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
72 mm | 82 mm | |
| Rainy days |
14 days | 11 days | |
 Total snowfall |
5,5 cm | 34 cm | |
| Snowy days |
3 days | 12 days | |
January
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 4 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Temperature records
With 16°C in 2019, Edinburgh reached the highest temperature in February over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -2°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -14°C to a highest value of 10°C.
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Daily Temperature in February in Edinburgh
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in February for Edinburgh, 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.
Daily Precipitation in February in Edinburgh
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in February for Edinburgh, 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 14 days of precipitation in Edinburgh.
Daily Snowfall in February in Edinburgh
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in February in Edinburgh, 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 Edinburgh
This chart shows the average daily UV index in February in Edinburgh, 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 Edinburgh over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in February in Edinburgh, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in February in Edinburgh over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in February in Edinburgh, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in February in Edinburgh per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in February in Edinburgh, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in February for Edinburgh
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Average weather in Edinburgh by month
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