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Prestwick Weather in February

February in Prestwick averages 8°C (46°F) during the day and 4°C (39°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 150 mm (5.9 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Prestwick in February

Typically around 16 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 150 mm (5.9 in) for the month. This month brings frequent, heavy showers. Both the number of wet days and the rainfall totals are on the high side.

Temperature in Prestwick in February

Daytime temperatures in Prestwick reach 8°C (46°F) in February, dropping to 4°C (39°F) at night. Winter occurs in February. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. With overnight lows of 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets. This is usually the coldest month of the year, so be sure to prepare with plenty of winter gear.

Sunshine in Prestwick in February

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 68 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Prestwick. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Prestwick Temperature in February

Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
53%
Precipitation
150 mm (5.9 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
83% *
Sunshine
68 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
22% *
* Data from: Glasgow, Scotland (42 KM, 26 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Prestwick in February

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Prestwick in February. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Prestwick in February

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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