Västernorrland Weather in February

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

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Sundsvall Härnösand Örnsköldsvik Docksta

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

What to Expect in Västernorrland in February

Västernorrland, Sweden is a region in Sweden. February in Västernorrland 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 0°C (32°F) and nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) in Sundsvall. In many regions in Sweden, February is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.

For specific regional insights in Västernorrland, Sweden, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Sundsvall with an average of 44 mm (1.7 in) to moderate snowfall in Örnsköldsvik with 49 mm (1.9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in February. Sundsvall sees roughly 82 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore Västernorrland by month

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

January-1°C (30°F) February0°C (32°F) March4°C (39°F) April9°C (48°F) May14°C (57°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August20°C (68°F) September16°C (61°F) October9°C (48°F) November4°C (39°F) December1°C (34°F)
Best Time to Visit Västernorrland →

Best Places to Visit in Västernorrland in February

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

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 Västernorrland

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

Temperature range in Västernorrland (February)

Precipitation variation in Västernorrland (February)

Sundsvall

In February Sundsvall 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 sun hours
44 hours
82 hours
137 hours
Monthly snowfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sundsvall →

Härnösand

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

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
44 hours
82 hours
137 hours
Monthly snowfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Härnösand →

Örnsköldsvik

In February Örnsköldsvik generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°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)
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snowfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Örnsköldsvik →

Docksta

In February Docksta generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°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)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snowfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Docksta →

Kramfors

In February Kramfors 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)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
44 hours
82 hours
137 hours
Monthly snowfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kramfors →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sundsvall 0°C (32°F) -8°C (18°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Härnösand 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Örnsköldsvik -2°C (28°F) -8°C (18°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Docksta -1°C (30°F) -8°C (18°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Kramfors -1°C (30°F) -9°C (16°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Lugnvik -1°C (30°F) -9°C (16°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)

Västernorrland weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Västernorrland, Sweden in February. The popular destination of Sundsvall averages 0°C (32°F) by day and -8°C (18°F) at night during this winter month.

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

In Sundsvall, the average daytime high in February is 0°C (32°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -8°C (18°F).

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

Not particularly. Sundsvall averages just 44 mm (1.7 in) of snow in February, making it a mostly dry month for Västernorrland, Sweden.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Västernorrland, Sweden?

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

On average, the best time to visit Västernorrland, Sweden is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Sundsvall. The weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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