Normal weather for Scotland in February
It's cold in February in Scotland with an average temperature of 8°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 6°C to a high of 11°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 0°C and 5°C.
In February, there is an average of 72 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. Of the total precipitation, about 5,5 cm falls as snow in February. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Scotland in February |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
8°C | 10°C | |
 High Temp |
11°C | 12°C | |
| Low Temp |
6°C | 7°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
72 mm | 55 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
10 days | 9 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
5,5 cm | 0,7 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
3 days | 1 day | |
Start of February
The month of February starts in Scotland with cold temperatures, averaging around 8°C during the day and nights close to 2°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, wear a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
Mid-February
By mid-February, the average daytime temperature rises to around 9°C, with nights close to 4°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, wear a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
End of February
By the end of February, the average daytime temperature in Scotland will be around 10°C, with nights close to 3°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, opt for a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 4 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Temperature records for Scotland in February
With 16°C, Scotland hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in February 2019. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -2°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -14°C to a high of 10°C.
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Daily Temperature in February in Scotland
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in February in Scotland, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in February in Scotland
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in February for Scotland, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for February, you can expect around 10 days of rain in Scotland.
Daily Snowfall in February in Scotland
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in February in Scotland, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in February.
Daily UV Index in February in Scotland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in February in Scotland, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in February in Scotland Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in February in Scotland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in February in Scotland Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in February in Scotland, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in February in Scotland per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in February in Scotland, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in February for Scotland
Click on a specific day in February for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Scotland. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in February in Scotland
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February in Scotland was cold and wet. There was little sunshine and a lot of rain. The temperature was quite low, so it was necessary to dress warmly. The wind could be very strong. Not my favourite month to visit Scotland.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Scotland by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Scotland. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
