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Skálholt weather in February (Iceland)

Wondering what the weather is like in Skálholt during February? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

February in Skálholt generally includes low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. The winter season takes place during February. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 3°C. After dark they usually decrease to around -3°C. The month is typically the coldest, so be sure to prepare by packing plenty of warm clothing.

Precipitation

Skálholt in February usually receives heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 193 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. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 16 days will experience snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 60 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Skálholt. June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Skálholt, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 193 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 79% *  
SunshineSunshine 60 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 25% *  
Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (66 KM, 41 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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