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Skálafell weather in February (South Iceland, Iceland)

Thinking of visiting Skálafell in February? Check the weather first! Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The month of February in Skálafell typically brings low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. During February, the winter season is in full swing. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 2°C, cooling down at night to around -4°C. This is usually the coldest month of the year, so be sure to prepare with plenty of winter gear.

Precipitation

Skálafell in February falls under the rainy season with heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 242 mm for the month. Prepare for intense rain this month, as it marks the peak rainfall period. Having a poncho will keep you dry through the downpours. You can typically expect 15 days days of snow/rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 62 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

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 and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

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.

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

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