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Aberdeen weather in February (Grampian, Scotland)

How is the weather in Aberdeen in February? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In February, Aberdeen typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. February is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 8°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 3°C.

Aberdeen in February usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 65 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 16 days of the month will see rainfall.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 86 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 Aberdeen. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Aberdeen, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 6°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 54%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 65 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 81%  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 86 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 30%  

Where to go in Scotland in February

Find out more about the weather in Scotland 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 Aberdeen 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
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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