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Longyearbyen weather in February (Svalbard, Norway)

How is the weather in Longyearbyen in February? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In February, Longyearbyen generally has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. February falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -10°C, while night temperatures can drop to -16°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.

Longyearbyen in February usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 47 mm for the month. Snow is expected on roughly .

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 0 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, typically offer the best circumstances. While tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Longyearbyen, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -16°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -10°C  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 47 mm  
SunshineSunshine 0 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Norway in February

Find out more about the weather in Norway 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 Longyearbyen in February?

Visitors traveling to Longyearbyen should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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

Swimming
1/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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