Østfold Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Østfold, Norway in February.

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Moss Halden Fredrikstad Vortungen

Planning a trip to Østfold, Norway this February? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Østfold in February

Østfold, Norway is a region in Norway. February in Østfold generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During February, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 3°C (37°F) and nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) in Moss. In many areas in Norway, February brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Østfold, Norway, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Vortungen with an average of 57 mm (2.2 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Lervik with 65 mm (2.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during February. Moss receives roughly 80 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Østfold in February

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

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 Østfold

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Østfold, Norway?

Temperature range in Østfold (February)

Precipitation variation in Østfold (February)

Moss

In February Moss generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
49 hours
80 hours
130 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Moss →

Halden

In February Halden generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Halden →

Fredrikstad

In February Fredrikstad generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
49 hours
80 hours
130 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Fredrikstad →

Vortungen

In February Vortungen 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
-5°C (23°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
45 hours
83 hours
129 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vortungen →

Gressvik

In February Gressvik generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
49 hours
80 hours
130 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gressvik →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Østfold, in Norway.

In our records: Norway February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in Norway 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 Norway dropped to -43°C (-45°F) in Kautokeino on February 4, 1998.

Popular cities in February

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Moss 3°C (37°F) -4°C (25°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Halden 3°C (37°F) -4°C (25°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Fredrikstad 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Vortungen 1°C (34°F) -6°C (21°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Gressvik 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Sarpsborg 3°C (37°F) -4°C (25°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)

Østfold weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Østfold, Norway in February?

Expect poor weather across Østfold, Norway in February. The popular destination of Moss averages 3°C (37°F) by day and -4°C (25°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Østfold, Norway in February?

Average temperatures in Østfold, Norway during February range from a nighttime low near -4°C (25°F) to a daytime high around 3°C (37°F) in Moss.

Does Østfold, Norway get a lot of snow/rain in February?

February is on the drier side in Østfold, Norway. Moss averages only about 65 mm (2.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Østfold, Norway?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Moss, February may not be the ideal time to visit Østfold, Norway.

On average, the best time to visit Østfold, Norway is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Moss. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Østfold.

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