Reykjavík weather in February (Capital Region, Iceland)

How is the weather in Reykjavík in February? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In February, Reykjavík typically experiences low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. February is a winter month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 3°C. But by evening, they drop to around -3°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Reykjavík in February usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 148 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 17 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.

The city usually sees around 60 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

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

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

 

Reykjavík, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 6°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 148 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 79%  
WindspeedWindspeed 22 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 60 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 25%  

Where to go in Iceland in February

Find out more about the weather in Iceland 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 Reykjavík in February?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 6°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
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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