Gavleborg Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Gavleborg, Sweden in February.

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Gävle Bollnäs Hudiksvall Järvsö

Are you planning a trip a to Gavleborg, Sweden in February and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Gavleborg in February

Gavleborg, Sweden is a region in Sweden. February in Gavleborg generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. February is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 1°C (34°F) and nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) in Gävle. In numerous regions in Sweden, February is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.

For a closer look at conditions across Gavleborg, Sweden, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Järvsö with an average of 36 mm (1.4 in) to moderate snowfall in Jättendal with 44 mm (1.7 in).

Explore Gavleborg by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Gavleborg — and find the best time to visit. (based on Gävle)

January1°C (34°F) February1°C (34°F) March6°C (43°F) April11°C (52°F) May16°C (61°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August22°C (72°F) September17°C (63°F) October10°C (50°F) November5°C (41°F) December2°C (36°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Gavleborg in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Gavleborg.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Gavleborg

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Gavleborg, Sweden?

Temperature range in Gavleborg (February)

Precipitation variation in Gavleborg (February)

Gävle

In February Gävle generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gävle →

Bollnäs

In February Bollnäs generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bollnäs →

Hudiksvall

In February Hudiksvall generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
44 hours
82 hours
137 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Hudiksvall →

Järvsö

In February Järvsö generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snowfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Järvsö →

Vallsta

In February Vallsta generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snowfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Gavleborg, in Sweden.

In our records: Sweden February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in Sweden in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest February night in Sweden dropped to -40°C (-40°F) in Kiruna on February 10, 1999.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Gavleborg in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Gävle 1°C (34°F) -6°C (21°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Bollnäs 0°C (32°F) -8°C (18°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Hudiksvall 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Järvsö -1°C (30°F) -9°C (16°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Vallsta 0°C (32°F) -9°C (16°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Älvkarleby 1°C (34°F) -6°C (21°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)

Gavleborg weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Gavleborg, Sweden in February?

Expect poor weather across Gavleborg, Sweden in February. The popular destination of Gävle averages 1°C (34°F) by day and -6°C (21°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Gavleborg, Sweden in February?

Daytime temperatures in Gävle peak at roughly 1°C (34°F) in February, dropping to about -6°C (21°F) overnight.

Does Gavleborg, Sweden get a lot of snow/rain in February?

Not particularly. Gävle averages just 38 mm (1.5 in) of snow/rain in February, making it a mostly dry month for Gavleborg, Sweden.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Gavleborg, Sweden?

In our view, February might not be the best time to travel to Gavleborg, Sweden with often poor weather in Gävle.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Gävle. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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