Isle of Lewis Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom in February.

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

What to Expect in Isle of Lewis in February

Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. February in Isle of Lewis generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in Barvas. On average, February is the coldest month of the year in Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

For a closer look at conditions across Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

February is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 106 mm (4.2 in) in Barvas.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Barvas receives about 59 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in Isle of Lewis in February

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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).

Popular Destinations in Isle of Lewis

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Isle of Lewis (February)

Precipitation variation in Isle of Lewis (February)

Barvas

In February Barvas generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
33 hours
59 hours
100 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
25 days
19 days
24 days
Weather conditions

Stornoway

In February Stornoway generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
33 hours
59 hours
100 hours
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
25 days
19 days
24 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Isle of Lewis in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Barvas 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Stornoway 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)

Isle of Lewis weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom in February?

Expect poor weather across Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom in February. The popular destination of Barvas averages 9°C (48°F) by day and 4°C (39°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom in February?

Barvas averages a daytime maximum of 9°C (48°F) in February, with overnight lows close to 4°C (39°F).

Does Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in February?

Yes, February tends to be a wetter month in Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom. Average rainfall in Barvas sits around 106 mm (4.2 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom?

In our view, February might not be the best time to travel to Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom with often poor weather in Barvas.

On average, the best time to visit Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom is in May, June and July with generally tolerable weather in Barvas. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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