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Skálafell weather in February (South Iceland, Iceland)

What can you expect from the weather in Skálafell during February? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In February, Skálafell typically experiences low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. February is a winter month. Daytime temperatures hover around 2°C, while nights can cool down to about -4°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

Skálafell in February falls under the rainy season with heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 242 mm for the month. In this month, the heaviest downpours of the year are not uncommon. Carrying a poncho might be your best bet to stay dry. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 15 days.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 62 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Skálafell climate page with graphs.

 

Skálafell, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 242 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
SunshineSunshine 62 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Höfn, Iceland (23 KM, 14 Miles).

Where to go in Iceland in February

Find out more about the weather in Iceland in February and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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).

So, what should you wear in Skálafell in February?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in February.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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