February weather forecast
Grindavik, Iceland

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Weather in February

As February rolls in, the winter conditions in Grindavik still persist, yet the daylight gradually increases compared to January. Despite the increase in daylight time, there is a marginal drop in the snowfall levels to 50mm (1.97"). The icy landscape makes outdoor winter sports, such as ice skating and snowmobiling, popular activities during this month. The Aurora Borealis, commonly known as the Northern Lights, adds a magical touch to the nights, making for unforgettable sights. Grindavik weather in February may lean towards the colder side, but it certainly doesn't lack in scenic appeal.

Temperature

February, March and December are known as Grindavik's coldest months, with an average high-temperature of 4.2°C (39.6°F).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Grindavik, in February, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 74mm (2.91") of accumulated precipitation. In Grindavik, during the entire year, the rain falls for 193.9 days and collects up to 833mm (32.8") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Grindavik. In Grindavik, in February, snow falls for 5 days, with typically accumulated 50mm (1.97") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.4 snowfall days, and 297mm (11.69") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Grindavik, the average seawater temperature in February is 6.1°C (43°F).
Note: It is risky to swim in 6.1°C (43°F). Temperatures beneath 10°C (50°F) induce rapid cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 8h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:08 and sunset at 17:17. On the last day of February, in Grindavik, Iceland, sunrise is at 08:37 and sunset at 18:46 GMT.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Grindavik, Iceland, is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Grindavik are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in February suggests the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Grindavik?

February, March and December, when the average high-temperature in Grindavik, Iceland, reaches 4.2°C (39.6°F), are the coldest months.

How cold does it get in Grindavik in February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Grindavik, is 4.2°C (39.6°F), while the low-temperature averages to 1.6°C (34.9°F).

What is the average humidity in February in Grindavik?

In February, the average relative humidity in Grindavik, Iceland, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Grindavik in February?

In Grindavik, in February, during 14.7 rainfall days, 74mm (2.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Grindavik in February?

In Grindavik, in February, during 5 snowfall days, 50mm (1.97") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in February in Grindavik?

In Grindavik, Iceland, the average seawater temperature in February is 6.1°C (43°F). Swimming in 6.1°C (43°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

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

The average day length in February is 8h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Grindavik?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:08 and sunset at 17:17. On the last day of the month, in Grindavik, Iceland, sunrise is at 08:37 and sunset at 18:46 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in February in Grindavik?

In Grindavik, Iceland, the average sunshine duration in February is 3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Grindavik?

The months with the lowest UV index in Grindavik, Iceland, are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in February in Grindavik?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Grindavik, Iceland

Average temperature in February - Grindavik, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in February: 4.2°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (12.2°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February, March and December (4.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 1.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are March and December (1.3°C).

Average pressure in February
Grindavik, Iceland

Average pressure in February - Grindavik, Iceland
  • Average pressure in February: 997.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (996.1mbar).

Average wind speed in February
Grindavik, Iceland

Average wind speed in February - Grindavik, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in February: 35km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (35km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (20.1km/h).

Average humidity in February
Grindavik, Iceland

Average humidity in February - Grindavik, Iceland
  • Average humidity in February: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (74%).

Average rainfall in February
Grindavik, Iceland

Average rainfall in February - Grindavik, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in February: 74mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (99mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (35mm).

Average rainfall days in February
Grindavik, Iceland

Average rainfall days in February - Grindavik, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in February: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (12.5 days).

Average snowfall in February
Grindavik, Iceland

Average snowfall in February - Grindavik, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in February: 50mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (75mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in February
Grindavik, Iceland

Average snowfall days in February - Grindavik, Iceland
  • Average snowfall days in February: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in February
Grindavik, Iceland

Average sea temperature in February - Grindavik, Iceland
  • Average sea temperature in February: 6.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (11.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (5.8°C).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Grindavik, Iceland

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Grindavik, Iceland
  • Average daylight in February: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in February
Grindavik, Iceland

Average sunshine days in February - Grindavik, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in February: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (15 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and April (7.1 days).

Average UV index in February
Grindavik, Iceland

Average UV index in February - Grindavik, Iceland
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Grindavik, Iceland

Average cloud cover in February - Grindavik, Iceland
  • Average cloud cover in February: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are May, July and August (Cloud cover 60).

Average visibility in February
Grindavik, Iceland

Average visibility in February - Grindavik, Iceland
  • Average visibility in February: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, September, October, November and December (9km).

Grindavik, Iceland

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