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Sognefjord Weather in February

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

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Flåm Sogndal Balestrand Gudvangen

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

What to Expect in the Sognefjord in February

The Sognefjord, Norway is a region in Norway. February in the Sognefjord generally has very cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. The month of February is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -2°C (28°F) and nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) in Flåm. 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.

To explore the conditions in the Sognefjord, Norway in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snowfall in Aurland with an average of 139 mm (5.5 in) to heavy snowfall in Balestrand with 230 mm (9.1 in).

Explore the Sognefjord by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Sognefjord — and find the best time to visit. (based on Flåm)

January-2°C (28°F) February-2°C (28°F) March1°C (34°F) April4°C (39°F) May9°C (48°F) This monthJune14°C (57°F) July17°C (63°F) August16°C (61°F) September11°C (52°F) October5°C (41°F) November1°C (34°F) December-2°C (28°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Sognefjord in February

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

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 the Sognefjord

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

Temperature range in the Sognefjord (February)

Precipitation variation in the Sognefjord (February)

Flåm

In February Flåm generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snowfall
173 mm (6.8 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Flåm →

Sogndal

In February Sogndal generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and heavy monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly snowfall
184 mm (7.2 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sogndal →

Balestrand

In February Balestrand generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and heavy monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly snowfall
251 mm (9.9 in)
230 mm (9.1 in)
199 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
19 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Balestrand →

Gudvangen

In February Gudvangen generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and heavy monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snowfall
208 mm (8.2 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
19 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gudvangen →

Aurland

In February Aurland generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snowfall
161 mm (6.3 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Aurland →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Flåm -2°C (28°F) -8°C (18°F) 150 mm (5.9 in)
Sogndal -1°C (30°F) -7°C (19°F) 164 mm (6.5 in)
Balestrand 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 230 mm (9.1 in)
Gudvangen -1°C (30°F) -7°C (19°F) 184 mm (7.2 in)
Aurland -2°C (28°F) -8°C (18°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Kaupanger -1°C (30°F) -7°C (19°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)

The Sognefjord weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

the Sognefjord, Norway typically experiences poor weather in February, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Flåm average around -2°C (28°F), and temperatures drop to about -8°C (18°F) at night.

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

In Flåm, the average daytime high in February is -2°C (28°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -8°C (18°F).

Does the Sognefjord, Norway get a lot of snow in February?

Yes, February tends to be a wetter month in the Sognefjord, Norway. Average snowfall in Flåm sits around 150 mm (5.9 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit the Sognefjord, Norway?

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

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide unpleasant weather in Flåm.

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