February Rainfall and Precipitation in The Orkney Islands

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom in February.

The Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom, a region in the United Kingdom, experiences high precipitation in February, ranging from 102 mm (4 in) of rainfall in Burray Village to 116 mm (4.6 in) in Stromness.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in February: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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The Orkney Islands precipitation in February: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom receive in February?

In February, Orphir typically receives significant rainfall, averaging around 112 mm (4.4 in). Expect a mix of wet and dry days with occasional showers.

How many days does it rain in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom in February?

Expect around 19 days rainy days in Orphir during February.

Is February part of the rainy season in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom?

Not really. February is outside the wettest stretch of the year in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom.

What is the wettest city in February in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom?

Based on our records, Stromness receives the most rainfall in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom in February, averaging about 116 mm (4.6 in).

What is the driest city in February in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom?

Based on our database, Burray Village sees the least rainfall in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom in February, with around 102 mm (4 in) on average.

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