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Skåne Weather in February

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

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Planning a journey to Skåne, 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 Skåne in February

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

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) in Malmö. 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 specific regional insights in Skåne, Sweden, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Vellinge with an average of 51 mm (2 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Mölle with 65 mm (2.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during February. Malmö experiences about 66 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

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Best Places to Visit in Skåne in February

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

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 Skåne

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

Temperature range in Skåne (February)

Precipitation variation in Skåne (February)

Malmö

In February Malmö generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
45 hours
66 hours
140 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
52 mm (2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Malmö →

Simrishamn

In February Simrishamn generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
34 hours
55 hours
112 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Simrishamn →

Lund

In February Lund generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate 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)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
45 hours
66 hours
140 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Lund →

Helsingborg

In February Helsingborg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate 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)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
50 hours
65 hours
118 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Helsingborg →

Ystad

In February Ystad generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate 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
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
45 hours
66 hours
140 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ystad →

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

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 Skåne in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Simrishamn 4°C (39°F) 0°C (32°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Malmö 5°C (41°F) -1°C (30°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Lund 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Helsingborg 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Ystad 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Kivik 4°C (39°F) 0°C (32°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)

Skåne weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

In February, Skåne, Sweden generally has poor weather conditions. Malmö sees daytime temperatures near 5°C (41°F), with nights cooling to roughly -1°C (30°F).

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

Average temperatures in Skåne, Sweden during February range from a nighttime low near -1°C (30°F) to a daytime high around 5°C (41°F) in Malmö.

Does Skåne, Sweden get a lot of snow/rain in February?

February is on the drier side in Skåne, Sweden. Malmö averages only about 52 mm (2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Skåne, Sweden?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Malmö. In contrast, 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 Skåne.

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