February weather forecast
Stavanger, Norway

February

Weather in February

The transition from January to February is a continuation of cold conditions, with a slight decrease in the length of daylight hours. This month sees less snowfall compared to January but is still a winter month. Sea temperatures tend to be slightly cooler compared to January, making it unfavorable for watersports. A decrease in rainfall, perhaps a breather from the heavy rains of the previous month, is a noteworthy characteristic of this period. Winter, in firm control, reports a slight drop in average temperatures to lows of 1.6°C (34.9°F) and highs of 3.7°C (38.7°F).

Temperature

The lowest temperatures in Stavanger are recorded in February, with averages reaching a high of 3.7°C (38.7°F) and a low of 1.6°C (34.9°F).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity in Stavanger is 79%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout February, 85mm (3.35") of precipitation is accumulated. In Stavanger, Norway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 210.4 days and collects up to 1002mm (39.45") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In February, in Stavanger, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout February, 28mm (1.1") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Stavanger, there are 17.8 snowfall days, and 115mm (4.53") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Stavanger, the average seawater temperature in February is 5.3°C (41.5°F).
Note: Swimming in 5.3°C (41.5°F) poses a severe threat. Even short exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) is chilling, and going below 10°C (50°F) can cause breathing irregularities and intense cold shock, based on one's stamina.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Stavanger, Norway, is 9h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:46 and sunset at 16:54. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 18:04 CET.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during February translates into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. 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 Stavanger?
February is the month when Stavanger experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 3.7°C (38.7°F) and a low of 1.6°C (34.9°F).
How cold is February in Stavanger?
In Stavanger, 3.7°C (38.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 1.6°C (34.9°F) is the average low-temperature during February.
What is the average humidity in February in Stavanger?
In Stavanger, Norway, the average relative humidity in February is 79%.
How many days does it rain in February in Stavanger?
In February, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout February, 85mm (3.35") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in Stavanger in February?
In Stavanger, in February, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 28mm (1.1") of snow.
What is the sea water temperature in February in Stavanger?
In Stavanger, Norway, the average seawater temperature in February is 5.3°C (41.5°F). Swimming in 5.3°C (41.5°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.
How many hours of daylight does Stavanger have in February?
The average day length in February is 9h and 18min.
When are sunrise and sunset in February in Stavanger?
In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:46 and sunset at 16:54. On the last day of the month, in Stavanger, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 18:04 CET.
How many hours of sunshine does Stavanger have in February?
The average sunshine duration in February is 4.1h.
When is the lowest UV index in Stavanger?
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in February in Stavanger?
In Stavanger, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February - Stavanger, Norway
Average temperature in February
Stavanger, Norway
  • Average high temperature in February: 3.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (16.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (3.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 1.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.6°C).

Average pressure in February - Stavanger, Norway
Average pressure in February
Stavanger, Norway
  • Average pressure in February: 1009.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1006.7mbar).

Average wind speed in February - Stavanger, Norway
Average wind speed in February
Stavanger, Norway
  • Average wind speed in February: 23.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (27.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (17.2km/h).

Average humidity in February - Stavanger, Norway
Average humidity in February
Stavanger, Norway
  • Average humidity in February: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in February - Stavanger, Norway
Average rainfall in February
Stavanger, Norway
  • Average rainfall in February: 85mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (130mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (43mm).

Average rainfall days in February - Stavanger, Norway
Average rainfall days in February
Stavanger, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in February: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (13.3 days).

Average snowfall in February - Stavanger, Norway
Average snowfall in February
Stavanger, Norway
  • Average snowfall in February: 28mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (30mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in February - Stavanger, Norway
Average snowfall days in February
Stavanger, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in February: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in February - Stavanger, Norway
Average sea temperature in February
Stavanger, Norway
  • Average sea temperature in February: 5.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.6°C).

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Stavanger, Norway
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Stavanger, Norway
  • Average daylight in February: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February - Stavanger, Norway
Average sunshine days in February
Stavanger, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in February: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (5.8 days).

Average UV index in February - Stavanger, Norway
Average UV index in February
Stavanger, Norway
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February - Stavanger, Norway
Average cloud cover in February
Stavanger, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in February: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in February - Stavanger, Norway
Average visibility in February
Stavanger, Norway
  • Average visibility in February: 9km

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

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