February weather forecast
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

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Weather in February

February continues the year's cold streak, albeit with a marginal drop in the average high temperature, registering at -13.9°C (7°F). This period witnesses an extension of daylight hours to a daily average of almost 8, an increase residents appreciate. The snow either falls softly or sweeps aggressively, contributing to the landscape's transformation. Despite colder temperatures and more snowfall, the shorter and slightly less windy days compared to January make for a gentler February. With fewer than ten daylight hours a day, the night-time sky frequently features an enchanting aura of Northern Lights.

Temperature

February is the coldest month in Kangaatsiaq, Greenland, exhibiting average temperatures of -13.9°C (7°F) at the peak and -19.5°C (-3.1°F) at the base.

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 1.9 days. Throughout February, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kangaatsiaq, there are 51.9 rainfall days, and 168mm (6.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Kangaatsiaq are January through June, August through December. In Kangaatsiaq, in February, snow falls for 14.2 days, with typically accumulated 45mm (1.77") of snow. In Kangaatsiaq, during the entire year, snow falls for 107.5 days and aggregates up to 501mm (19.72") of snow.

Daylight

In Kangaatsiaq, the average length of the day in February is 7h and 45min.
On the first day of February in Kangaatsiaq, Greenland, sunrise is at 10:55 and sunset at 16:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:54 and sunset at 18:37 -02.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 2.9h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Kangaatsiaq?

In Kangaatsiaq, February records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at -13.9°C (7°F) and reaching a low of -19.5°C (-3.1°F).

How cold is February in Kangaatsiaq?

Kangaatsiaq in February has an average high-temperature of -13.9°C (7°F) and an average low-temperature of -19.5°C (-3.1°F).

What are the most humid months in Kangaatsiaq?

The months with the highest humidity in Kangaatsiaq, Greenland, are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

What is the average humidity in February in Kangaatsiaq?

The average relative humidity in February is 89%.

How much does it rain in Kangaatsiaq in February?

In Kangaatsiaq, Greenland, in February, it is raining for 1.9 days, with typically 7mm (0.28") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in February in Kangaatsiaq?

In Kangaatsiaq, in February, during 14.2 snowfall days, 45mm (1.77") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February in Kangaatsiaq?

The average day length in February is 7h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Kangaatsiaq?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 10:55 and sunset at 16:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:54 and sunset at 18:37 -02.

How long on average sun shines in February in Kangaatsiaq?

In Kangaatsiaq, Greenland, the average sunshine duration in February is 2.9h.

How high is the UV index in February in Kangaatsiaq?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Kangaatsiaq is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average temperature in February - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average high temperature in February: -13.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (8.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-13.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: -19.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-19.5°C).

Average pressure in February
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average pressure in February - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average pressure in February: 1003.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1013.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1001.9mbar).

Average wind speed in February
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average wind speed in February - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average wind speed in February: 12.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (15.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.4km/h).

Average humidity in February
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average humidity in February - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average humidity in February: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and September (76%).

Average rainfall in February
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average rainfall in February - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average rainfall in February: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (29mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (6mm).

Average rainfall days in February
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average rainfall days in February - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average rainfall days in February: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (8.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average snowfall in February - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average snowfall in February: 45mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (83mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (0mm).

Average snowfall days in February
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average snowfall days in February - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average snowfall days in February: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.2 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average daylight in February: 7h and 5min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average sunshine days in February - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are June and July (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (16.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average UV index in February - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average cloud cover in February - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average cloud cover in February: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in February
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average visibility in February - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average visibility in February: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and March (7km).

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