Kópavogur weather in February (Capital Region, Iceland)

Curious about the February weather in Kópavogur? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In February, Kópavogur generally has low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. February falls within the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 3°C, while nights can cool down to about -3°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Kópavogur in February usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 149 mm for the month. Since this is the rainiest month of the year, it's a good idea to carry an umbrella just in case. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 18 days of snow/rain.

The city usually sees around 60 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Kópavogur. June and July typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kópavogur, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 6°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 149 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 79% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 22 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 60 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 25% *  
* Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (2 KM, 1 Miles).

Where to go in Iceland in February

Find out more about the weather in Iceland 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 Kópavogur 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
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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