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Þórshöfn weather in February (North Iceland, Iceland)

Curious about the February weather in Þórshöfn? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In February, Þórshöfn generally has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. February falls within the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 3°C. But by evening, they drop to around -3°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Þórshöfn in February usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 92 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 15 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 27 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

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

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

 

Þórshöfn, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 92 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
SunshineSunshine 27 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Raufarhöfn, Iceland (39 KM, 24 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 Þórshöfn 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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