Average weather for Scotland in February
It's cold in February in Scotland 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 Scotland 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 Scotland 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.
Scotland 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, Scotland 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.
Check out the climate of Scotland for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Scotland is based on weather data from Edinburgh. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Scotland to get the full picture of the climate.
Daily Temperature in February in Scotland
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in February for Scotland, 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 Scotland
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in February for Scotland, 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 Scotland.
Daily Snowfall in February in Scotland
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in February in Scotland, 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 Scotland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in February in Scotland, 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 Scotland over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in February in Scotland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in February in Scotland over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in February in Scotland, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in February in Scotland per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in February in Scotland, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in February for Scotland
Click on any day in February to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Scotland. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in February in Scotland
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February in Scotland was cold and wet. There was little sunshine and a lot of rain. The temperature was quite low, so it was necessary to dress warmly. The wind could be very strong. Not my favorite month to visit Scotland.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Scotland by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Scotland. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
