Svalbard Weather in February

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

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Longyearbyen

Planning a journey to Svalbard, Norway 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 Svalbard in February

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

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -10°C (14°F) and nighttime temperatures around -16°C (3°F) in Longyearbyen. In numerous regions in Norway, 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.

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

Precipitation

February is a moderate rainy month with an average snowfall of around 47 mm (1.9 in) in Longyearbyen.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Longyearbyen receives about 0 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in Svalbard in February

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

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 Svalbard

What is the weather like in February for the most popular destinonation in Svalbard, Norway?

Longyearbyen

In February Longyearbyen generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -10°C (14°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -16°C (3°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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January
February
March
Max temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Min temperature
-16°C (3°F)
-16°C (3°F)
-16°C (3°F)
Monthly sun hours
0 hours
0 hours
79 hours
Monthly snowfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Longyearbyen →

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

Svalbard weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

February in Svalbard, Norway brings poor weather. In Longyearbyen, daytime temperatures are typically around -10°C (14°F) and nighttime lows hover near -16°C (3°F).

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

Average temperatures in Svalbard, Norway during February range from a nighttime low near -16°C (3°F) to a daytime high around -10°C (14°F) in Longyearbyen.

Does Svalbard, Norway get a lot of snow in February?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Svalbard, Norway during February, with Longyearbyen averaging close to 47 mm (1.9 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit Svalbard, Norway?

In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit Svalbard, Norway due to the typically poor weather in Longyearbyen.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in offering mostly poor weather in Longyearbyen.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Svalbard.

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