Västerbotten Weather in February

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

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Umeå Byske Skellefteå Karlsten

Planning a getaway to Västerbotten, Sweden 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 to Expect in Västerbotten in February

Västerbotten, Sweden is a region in Sweden. February in Västerbotten generally has very cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. February is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -6°C (21°F) in Tärnaby to -2°C (28°F) in Himmersundet. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -9°C (16°F) in Himmersundet and -12°C (10°F) in Tärnaby. 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 Västerbotten, Sweden, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Byske with an average of 40 mm (1.6 in) to high snowfall in Hemavan with 101 mm (4 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Umeå receives around 75 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

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Best Places to Visit in Västerbotten in February

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

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 Västerbotten

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

Temperature range in Västerbotten (February)

Precipitation variation in Västerbotten (February)

Umeå

In February Umeå generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°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)
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
32 hours
75 hours
169 hours
Monthly snowfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Umeå →

Byske

In February Byske generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -4°C (25°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -11°C (12°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snowfall
50 mm (2 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Byske →

Skellefteå

In February Skellefteå generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -4°C (25°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C (14°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snowfall
50 mm (2 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Skellefteå →

Karlsten

In February Karlsten generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -5°C (23°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -13°C (9°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-5°C (23°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-13°C (9°F)
-13°C (9°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly snowfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Karlsten →

Vilhelmina

In February Vilhelmina generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -4°C (25°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -12°C (10°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-12°C (10°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly snowfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vilhelmina →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Umeå -2°C (28°F) -9°C (16°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Byske -4°C (25°F) -11°C (12°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Skellefteå -4°C (25°F) -10°C (14°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Karlsten -5°C (23°F) -13°C (9°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Vilhelmina -4°C (25°F) -12°C (10°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Kittelfjäll -5°C (23°F) -12°C (10°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)

Västerbotten weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Västerbotten, Sweden in February. The popular destination of Umeå averages -2°C (28°F) by day and -9°C (16°F) at night during this winter month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Umeå peak at roughly -2°C (28°F) in February, dropping to about -9°C (16°F) overnight.

Does Västerbotten, Sweden get a lot of snow in February?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Västerbotten, Sweden during February, with Umeå averaging close to 49 mm (1.9 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit Västerbotten, Sweden?

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

Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Umeå. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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