Weather in February in Svalbard
Planning a getaway to Svalbard this February and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Svalbard in February?
Svalbard 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 and nighttime temperatures around -16°C 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.
Precipitation
February is a moderate rainy month with an average snowfall of around 47 mm in Longyearbyen.Average sunshine
Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 0 hours of sunshine in Longyearbyen. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer dimmer, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Svalbard in February, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Svalbard climate page.
Where to go in Svalbard in February
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in February for the most popular destinonation in Svalbard?
Longyearbyen
In February Longyearbyen generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -16°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is February the best time to visit Svalbard?
In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit Svalbard 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?
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