Värmland Weather in February

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

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Karlstad Branäs Stöllet Överbyn

Are you planning a trip a to Värmland, Sweden in February and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Värmland in February

Värmland, Sweden is a region in Sweden. February in Värmland generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. The month of February is in the winter season.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Höljes at -1°C (30°F) to cold in Svanskog at 2°C (36°F). At night it cools down to -4°C (25°F) in Svanskog and -9°C (16°F) in Höljes. 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 Värmland, Sweden, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Kil with an average of 50 mm (2 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Töcksfors with 57 mm (2.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in February. Karlstad sees roughly 70 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

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Best Places to Visit in Värmland in February

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

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 Värmland

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

Temperature range in Värmland (February)

Precipitation variation in Värmland (February)

Karlstad

In February Karlstad generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
70 hours
167 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
52 mm (2 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Karlstad →

Branäs

In February Branäs generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snowfall
62 mm (2.4 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 Branäs →

Stöllet

In February Stöllet generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate 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)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snowfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
52 mm (2 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Stöllet →

Överbyn

In February Överbyn generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. 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)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
52 mm (2 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Överbyn →

Kristinehamn

In February Kristinehamn generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
70 hours
167 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kristinehamn →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Karlstad 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Branäs -1°C (30°F) -9°C (16°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Stöllet 0°C (32°F) -8°C (18°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Överbyn 0°C (32°F) -8°C (18°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Kristinehamn 1°C (34°F) -5°C (23°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Sunne 1°C (34°F) -6°C (21°F) 52 mm (2 in)

Värmland weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

Värmland, Sweden typically experiences poor weather in February, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Karlstad average around 2°C (36°F), and temperatures drop to about -5°C (23°F) at night.

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

Karlstad averages a daytime maximum of 2°C (36°F) in February, with overnight lows close to -5°C (23°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Värmland, Sweden during February, with Karlstad averaging close to 52 mm (2 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit Värmland, Sweden?

In our view, February might not be the best time to travel to Värmland, Sweden with often poor weather in Karlstad.

Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Karlstad. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Värmland.

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