Rogaland Weather in February

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

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Stavanger Hervik Fister Haugesund

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

What to Expect in Rogaland in February

Rogaland, Norway is a region in Norway. February in Rogaland generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. During February, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Saudasjøen at 1°C (34°F) to cold in Utsira at 6°C (43°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Utsira and -5°C (23°F) in Saudasjøen. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

For specific regional insights in Rogaland, Norway, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Utsira with an average of 138 mm (5.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Saudasjøen with 268 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Stavanger gets roughly 79 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in Rogaland in February

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

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 Rogaland

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

Temperature range in Rogaland (February)

Precipitation variation in Rogaland (February)

Stavanger

In February Stavanger generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
79 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
200 mm (7.9 in)
177 mm (7 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Stavanger →

Hervik

In February Hervik generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
79 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
213 mm (8.4 in)
190 mm (7.5 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
19 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Hervik →

Fister

In February Fister generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
79 hours
140 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
233 mm (9.2 in)
211 mm (8.3 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
19 days
22 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Fister →

Haugesund

In February Haugesund generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
79 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
189 mm (7.4 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
19 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Haugesund →

Sandnes

In February Sandnes generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
79 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
196 mm (7.7 in)
171 mm (6.7 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sandnes →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Stavanger 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 177 mm (7 in)
Hervik 5°C (41°F) 0°C (32°F) 190 mm (7.5 in)
Fister 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 211 mm (8.3 in)
Haugesund 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Sandnes 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 171 mm (6.7 in)
Skudeneshavn 6°C (43°F) 2°C (36°F) 154 mm (6.1 in)

Rogaland weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

Rogaland, Norway typically experiences poor weather in February, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Stavanger average around 5°C (41°F), and temperatures drop to about 1°C (34°F) at night.

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

Stavanger averages a daytime maximum of 5°C (41°F) in February, with overnight lows close to 1°C (34°F).

Does Rogaland, Norway get a lot of rain in February?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Stavanger records an average of 177 mm (7 in) in February, putting it among the wetter months for Rogaland, Norway.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Rogaland, Norway?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly tolerable weather in Stavanger. In contrast, January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Rogaland.

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