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Iceland Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Iceland in February.

Considering a trip to Iceland this February and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Iceland in February

February in Iceland generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. February is a winter month.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Eyjafjaroarsveit at -1°C (30°F) to cold in Vestmannaeyjar at 7°C (45°F). At night it cools down to 3°C (37°F) in Vestmannaeyjar and -7°C (19°F) in Eyjafjaroarsveit. February is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

To explore the conditions in Iceland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Raufarhöfn with an average of 80 mm (3.1 in) to heavy snow/rainfall in Solheimahjaleiga with 347 mm (14 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Reykjavík gets roughly 60 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Iceland by month

Best Places to Visit in Iceland in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Iceland.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Iceland

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Iceland?

Temperature range in Iceland (February)

Precipitation variation in Iceland (February)

Reykjavík

In February Reykjavík generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
20 hours
60 hours
111 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Akureyri

In February Akureyri generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
7 hours
36 hours
77 hours
Monthly snowfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Keflavík

In February Keflavík generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
20 hours
60 hours
111 hours
Monthly rainfall
135 mm (5.3 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Höfn

In February Höfn generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
25 hours
62 hours
116 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
215 mm (8.5 in)
216 mm (8.5 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Selfoss

In February Selfoss generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
20 hours
60 hours
111 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
166 mm (6.5 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Iceland in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Reykjavík 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Akureyri 0°C (32°F) -7°C (19°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Keflavík 5°C (41°F) 0°C (32°F) 145 mm (5.7 in)
Höfn 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 216 mm (8.5 in)
Ísafjörður 1°C (34°F) -4°C (25°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Húsavík 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)

Iceland weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Iceland in February?

February in Iceland brings poor weather. In Reykjavík, daytime temperatures are typically around 3°C (37°F) and nighttime lows hover near -3°C (27°F).

What is the average temperature in Iceland in February?

Reykjavík averages a daytime maximum of 3°C (37°F) in February, with overnight lows close to -3°C (27°F).

Does Iceland get a lot of snow/rain in February?

Yes, February tends to be a wetter month in Iceland. Average snow/rainfall in Reykjavík sits around 148 mm (5.8 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit Iceland?

In our view, February might not be the best time to travel to Iceland with often poor weather in Reykjavík.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June and July offering mostly tolerable weather in Reykjavík. In contrast, January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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