John O Groats
Weather by month
Current –

John O Groats Weather in February

February in John O Groats brings low temperatures around 8°C (46°F) during the day, dropping to 5°C (41°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 94 mm (3.7 in) for the month.

Rainfall in John O Groats in February

Rain is expected on roughly 19 days, totalling around 94 mm (3.7 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in John O Groats in February

Temperatures in John O Groats in February top out at 8°C (46°F) and drop to 5°C (41°F) overnight. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With lows around 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep. This is usually the coldest month of the year, so be sure to prepare with plenty of winter gear.

Sunshine in John O Groats in February

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 61 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

February in John O Groats can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

John O Groats Temperature in February

Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
62%
Precipitation
94 mm (3.7 in)
Rainy days
19 days
Sunshine
61 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Kirkwall, the United Kingdom (38 KM, 24 Miles).

John O Groats Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in John O Groats - and find the best time to visit.

Best Places 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. See all of the United Kingdom in February →

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).

What to Wear in John O Groats in February

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to John O Groats in February. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in John O Groats in February

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

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

John O Groats 3-Day Forecast

More climate data for John O Groats

Popular in February

Where to go in February - average daytime high across popular destinations.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.