Oulu weather in February (Oulu (province), Finland)

How is the weather in Oulu in February? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In February, Oulu generally has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. February is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -4°C, while night temperatures can drop to -11°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Oulu in February usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 38 mm for the month. Typically around 16 days of snowfall is expected.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 68 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Oulu. July typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Oulu climate page with graphs.

 

Oulu, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -4°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 7°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 38 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 85%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 68 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 27%  

Where to go in Finland in February

Find out more about the weather in Finland in February and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Oulu in February?

Visitors traveling to Oulu should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow. With a water temperature of around 7°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in February.

Swimming
1/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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