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Weather in February in West Iceland

Considering a trip to West Iceland this February and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What is the weather like in West Iceland in February?

West Iceland is a region in Iceland. February in West Iceland generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. During February, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Húsafell at 1°C and cold in Hellissandur at 4°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to -1°C in Hellissandur and -6°C in Húsafell. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Hellissandur with an average of 125 mm to heavy snow/rainfall in Húsafell with 163 mm. Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Borgarnes.

Average sunshine

Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 60 hours of sunlight in Borgarnes. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of West Iceland in February, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our West Iceland climate page.

Where to go in West Iceland in February

Find more information for the most popular destinations in the West Iceland on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailes.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

Popular destinations

What is the weather like in February for the 5 most popular destinations in West Iceland?

Borgarnes

In February Borgarnes generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Borgarnes
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   January January
<<  
3°C 
-3°C 
20 hours 
137 mm 
18 days 
poor 
3°C 
-4°C 
60 hours 
145 mm 
16 days 
poor 
March   >> March
>>  
4°C 
-3°C 
111 hours 
125 mm 
19 days 
poor 
Climate in Borgarnes

Grundarfjordur

In February Grundarfjordur generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Grundarfjordur
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   January January
<<  
4°C 
-0°C 
24 hours 
126 mm 
18 days 
poor 
3°C 
-1°C 
56 hours 
132 mm 
17 days 
poor 
March   >> March
>>  
4°C 
-1°C 
111 hours 
111 mm 
19 days 
poor 
Climate in Grundarfjordur

Stykkishólmur

In February Stykkishólmur generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Stykkishólmur
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   January January
<<  
3°C 
-1°C 
24 hours 
124 mm 
18 days 
poor 
3°C 
-2°C 
56 hours 
128 mm 
16 days 
poor 
March   >> March
>>  
3°C 
-2°C 
111 hours 
110 mm 
18 days 
poor 
Climate in Stykkishólmur

Akranes

In February Akranes generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Akranes
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   January January
<<  
4°C 
-2°C 
20 hours 
136 mm 
18 days 
poor 
3°C 
-2°C 
60 hours 
145 mm 
17 days 
poor 
March   >> March
>>  
4°C 
-2°C 
111 hours 
124 mm 
19 days 
poor 
Climate in Akranes

Búðardalur

In February Búðardalur generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Búðardalur
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   January January
<<  
2°C 
-4°C 
24 hours 
122 mm 
17 days 
poor 
2°C 
-5°C 
56 hours 
129 mm 
16 days 
poor 
March   >> March
>>  
3°C 
-4°C 
111 hours 
113 mm 
19 days 
poor 
Climate in Búðardalur

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in West Iceland, in Iceland.

Is February the best time to visit West Iceland?

In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit West Iceland due to the typically poor weather in Borgarnes.

Generally speaking, June and July provide tolerable weather in Borgarnes. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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