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Orkney weather in February (Orkney Islands, United Kingdom)

Will it be warm or cold in Orkney this February? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

In February, Orkney usually has low temperatures and high rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 8°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 5°C. Since it's the coldest month of the year, you'll want to bundle up with extra layers and winter clothing.

Precipitation

Orkney in February usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 116 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 19 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 61 hours hours of sunshine. 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 Orkney. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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Orkney, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 63%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 116 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
SunshineSunshine 61 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Kirkwall, the United Kingdom (16 KM, 10 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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In February generally
poor weather
with low temperatures
and high monthly rainfall

More information

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).

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our Orkney's climate page.

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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