February weather forecast
Zaanstad, Netherlands

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Weather in February

While Zaanstad weather in February remains cold, the air is slightly warmer compared to January, with the high temperature touching 5.9°C (42.6°F) and the low dipping to 2.7°C (36.9°F). City streets are often treated to a short spectacle of snowfall, transforming Zaanstad into a winter wonderland. The wintry charm continues, albeit with fewer rain and snowfall days contrasted with January. Remnants of winter cling on, making February a promising time for winter walks.

Temperature

With the start of February, Zaanstad measures an average high-temperature of a still icy 5.9°C (42.6°F), not significantly differing from January's 5.6°C (42.1°F). February nighttime temperatures hover close to the daytime peak with an average of 2.7°C (36.9°F).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In February, in Zaanstad, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout February, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is accumulated. In Zaanstad, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.8 days and collects up to 509mm (20.04") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.6 days and accumulates 14mm (0.55") of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Zaanstad, Netherlands, is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:22 and sunset at 17:26. On the last day of February, in Zaanstad, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 18:18 CET.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Zaanstad is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Zaanstad. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in February interprets into the following advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Zaanstad during February?

February temperatures in Zaanstad, Netherlands, vary between a high-temperature of 5.9°C (42.6°F) and a low-temperature of 2.7°C (36.9°F).

What is the average humidity in February in Zaanstad?

The average relative humidity in February in Zaanstad is 82%.

How many days does it rain in February in Zaanstad?

In Zaanstad, Netherlands, during February, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Zaanstad?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 2.6 days and typically aggregates up to 14mm (0.55") of snow.

How many days does it snow in February in Zaanstad?

In Zaanstad, in February, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 14mm (0.55") of snow.

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

The average day length in February is 9h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Zaanstad?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 08:22 and sunset at 17:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 18:18 CET.

How long on average sun shines in February in Zaanstad?

The average sunshine duration in February in Zaanstad, Netherlands, is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Zaanstad?

The months with the lowest UV index in Zaanstad are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Zaanstad?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover

Average temperature in February
Zaanstad, Netherlands

Average temperature in February - Zaanstad, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in February: 5.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 2.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.7°C).

Average pressure in February
Zaanstad, Netherlands

Average pressure in February - Zaanstad, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in February: 1013.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in February
Zaanstad, Netherlands

Average wind speed in February - Zaanstad, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in February: 22.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (24km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.2km/h).

Average humidity in February
Zaanstad, Netherlands

Average humidity in February - Zaanstad, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in February: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in February
Zaanstad, Netherlands

Average rainfall in February - Zaanstad, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in February: 33mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (67mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (17mm).

Average rainfall days in February
Zaanstad, Netherlands

Average rainfall days in February - Zaanstad, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in February: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Zaanstad, Netherlands

Average snowfall in February - Zaanstad, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in February: 14mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in February
Zaanstad, Netherlands

Average snowfall days in February - Zaanstad, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in February: 2.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Zaanstad, Netherlands

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Zaanstad, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in February: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Zaanstad, Netherlands

Average sunshine days in February - Zaanstad, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.5 days).

Average UV index in February
Zaanstad, Netherlands

Average UV index in February - Zaanstad, Netherlands
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Zaanstad, Netherlands

Average cloud cover in February - Zaanstad, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in February: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in February
Zaanstad, Netherlands

Average visibility in February - Zaanstad, Netherlands
  • Average visibility in February: 10km

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

Zaanstad, Netherlands

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