Lapland Weather in February

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

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Kiruna Jukkasjärvi Porjus

Planning a journey to Lapland, Sweden this February and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Lapland in February

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

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -7°C (19°F) and nighttime temperatures around -15°C (5°F) in Kiruna. 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 Lapland, Sweden, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Jukkasjärvi with an average of 37 mm (1.5 in) to moderate snowfall in Porjus with 42 mm (1.7 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Lapland in February

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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 Lapland

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

Temperature range in Lapland (February)

Precipitation variation in Lapland (February)

Kiruna

In February Kiruna generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C (19°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -15°C (5°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Min temperature
-15°C (5°F)
-15°C (5°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly snowfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kiruna →

Jukkasjärvi

In February Jukkasjärvi generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C (19°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -15°C (5°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-15°C (5°F)
-15°C (5°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly snowfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Jukkasjärvi →

Porjus

In February Porjus generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C (19°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -15°C (5°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-15°C (5°F)
-15°C (5°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly snowfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Porjus →

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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 Lapland in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kiruna -7°C (19°F) -15°C (5°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Jukkasjärvi -7°C (19°F) -15°C (5°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Porjus -7°C (19°F) -15°C (5°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)

Lapland weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

February in Lapland, Sweden brings poor weather. In Kiruna, daytime temperatures are typically around -7°C (19°F) and nighttime lows hover near -15°C (5°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Kiruna peak at roughly -7°C (19°F) in February, dropping to about -15°C (5°F) overnight.

Does Lapland, Sweden get a lot of snow in February?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Lapland, Sweden during February, with Kiruna averaging close to 38 mm (1.5 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit Lapland, Sweden?

In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit Lapland, Sweden due to the typically poor weather in Kiruna.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly tolerable weather in Kiruna. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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