Gairloch weather in February (Highlands, United Kingdom)

What is the weather forecast for Gairloch in February? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

February in Gairloch generally includes low temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 8°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 3°C. Expect the coldest temperatures of the year this month. Make sure you have enough winter clothing to stay warm.

Precipitation

Gairloch in February usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 175 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 19 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 62 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Gairloch. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Gairloch, monthly averages in February

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 175 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 62 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Portree, the United Kingdom (46 KM, 28 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in February

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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