Orphir weather in February (Orkney Islands, United Kingdom)

What can you expect from the weather in Orphir during February? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In February, Orphir typically experiences low temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 8°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 5°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.

Orphir in February usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 112 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 19 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 61 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 Orphir. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Orphir, monthly averages in February

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 63%  

Precipitation 112 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 61 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Kirkwall, the United Kingdom (12 KM, 7 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in February

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom 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 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 in February.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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