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Murmansk weather in February (Murmansk Oblast, Russia)

Thinking of visiting Murmansk in February? Check the weather first! Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for February in Murmansk includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. Expect temperatures to climb to -6°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to -14°C. This month is marked by cold temperatures, so wearing layers is key to staying warm. Don't be caught off-guard by the cold.

Precipitation

Murmansk in February usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 32 mm for the month. With the driest weather of the year, this month is ideal for outdoor fun. Plan your events and outings without worrying about rain. Typically around 16 days days of snowfall are expected.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 35 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Murmansk. July typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Murmansk, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -6°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 3°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 32 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 83%  
SunshineSunshine 35 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Russia in February

Find out more about the weather in Russia 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?

Visitors traveling to Murmansk should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow. With a water temperature of around 3°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.

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

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