The weather in February in Svalbard

It's cold in February in Svalbard with an average temperature of -7°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of -14°C to a high of -2°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -19°C and -7°C.

Average temperatures and precipitation

This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in February for Svalbard. 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 6°C in 2017, Svalbard reached the highest temperature in February over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -25°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -32°C to a highest value of 3°C.

Precipitation and snowfall

In February, there is an average of 79 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. Of the total precipitation, about 33 cm falls as snow in February. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.

Daily weather in February for Svalbard

Click on any day in February to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Svalbard. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

February weather comparison

  Svalbard New York
Average temperature -7°C 6°C
Max. temperature -2°C 10°C
Min. temperature -19°C -5°C
Total precipitation 79 mm 82 mm
Rainy days 11 days 11 days
Total snowfall 33 cm 34 cm
Snowy days 15 days 12 days

Start of February

The month of February starts in Svalbard with really cold temps, averaging around -4°C during the day and nights dipping to about -9°C.

Mid February

By mid-February, daytime temps drop to around -7°C, with nights around -13°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.

End of February

By the end of February, the average daytime temperature in Svalbard is around -8°C, while nighttime temps are about -13°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.

UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 1 this month. That's a low value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. The risk of sunburn is minimal at this time.

Check out the climate of Svalbard for all months and discover the best travel time

The climate in Svalbard is based on weather data from Longyearbyen. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Svalbard to get the full picture of the climate.

Temperature charts

These charts show the average temperatures in February in Svalbard. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Daily Temperature in February in Svalbard

Temperature in February in Svalbard over the years

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in February in Svalbard. 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 Svalbard

Total precipitation in February in Svalbard over the years

Daily Snowfall in February in Svalbard

Snowfall in February in Svalbard per year

Daily UV index in February in Svalbard

This chart shows the average daily UV index in February in Svalbard, 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 Svalbard

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I had a great time in Svalbard. February 2020 I was here with a group trip from Discover Svalbard. It was -18 degrees and alternating between snow and sun. Exactly what to expect with a visit to Svalbard.— This text is automatically translated to English

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Average weather in Svalbard by month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Svalbard. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.