Stromness Weather in February

With daytime temperatures of 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows of 5°C (41°F), February in Stromness brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 116 mm (4.6 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Stromness in February

Rain is expected on roughly 19 days, totalling around 116 mm (4.6 in) for the month. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Stromness in February

In February, Stromness sees low temperatures, with highs of 8°C (46°F). Nights drop to around 5°C (41°F). Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights drop to 5°C (41°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet. With temperatures often at their lowest, it is the coldest month of the year. Ideal for indoor activities, be sure to pack warm clothing.

Sunshine in Stromness in February

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 61 hours of sunshine.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Stromness. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Stromness Temperature in February

Min Temperature 5°C (41°F)  

Max Temperature 8°C (46°F)  

Chance of Rain 63%  

Precipitation 116 mm (4.6 in)  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 61 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Kirkwall, the United Kingdom (19 KM, 12 Miles).

What to Wear in Stromness in February

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Stromness in February. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Stromness in February

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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