Scotland

Scotland Weather in February

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

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Planning a journey to Scotland this February and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Scotland in February

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C (45°F) in Inverinate to 10°C (50°F) in Bowmore. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C (41°F) in Bowmore and 1°C (34°F) in Inverinate.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Scotland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Aberdeen with an average of 65 mm (2.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Mallaig with 253 mm (10 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in February. Edinburgh sees roughly 81 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

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Best Places to Visit in Scotland in February

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Scotland

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

Temperature range in Scotland (February)

Precipitation variation in Scotland (February)

Edinburgh

In February Edinburgh generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
54 hours
81 hours
116 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Edinburgh →

Aberdeen

In February Aberdeen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
86 hours
124 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Aberdeen →

Oban

In February Oban generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
33 hours
59 hours
86 hours
Monthly rainfall
254 mm (10 in)
220 mm (8.7 in)
179 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
18 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Oban →

Dundee

In February Dundee generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
79 hours
118 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Dundee →

Shetland

In February Shetland generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
29 hours
55 hours
93 hours
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
20 days
23 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Shetland →

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Popular cities in February

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Edinburgh 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Aberdeen 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Oban 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 220 mm (8.7 in)
Dundee 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Balmacara 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 215 mm (8.5 in)
Shetland 8°C (46°F) 5°C (41°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)

Scotland weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Scotland in February?

In February, Scotland generally has poor weather conditions. Edinburgh sees daytime temperatures near 8°C (46°F), with nights cooling to roughly 2°C (36°F).

What is the average temperature in Scotland in February?

Average temperatures in Scotland during February range from a nighttime low near 2°C (36°F) to a daytime high around 8°C (46°F) in Edinburgh.

Does Scotland get a lot of rain in February?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Scotland during February, with Edinburgh averaging close to 81 mm (3.2 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit Scotland?

In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit Scotland due to the typically poor weather in Edinburgh.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide pleasant weather in Edinburgh. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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