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Österby Weather in February

Österby in February

The short of it: Österby in February averages a high of 2 °C (36 °F) and a low of -2 °C (28 °F), with 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain and about 9 h 18 min of daylight. Rated 3 of 5 for a visit; the best months are June and July. Source: TerraClimate climate normals, 1991–2020.

Average high 2° · low -2° · rain 36 mm · daylight 9 h 18 min

✦✦✦ Fair for a visit · best months: June & July

Thirty years of records give Österby an average February high of 2°, a low of -2° and some 36 mm of rain. Much like January: highs about 2°, nights near -2°. Pack the buffalo coat. Rain is modest, about 36 mm, the 9th wettest month. Snow lies on the ground; mind the passes.

The sun is up for about 9 h 18 min in mid-February, 126 minutes more than a month before.

For the traveller: pack a heavy coat, gloves and a scarf. The Almanac rates February 3 of 5 for a visit; the finest months here are June and July.

Against its neighbours, Österby runs cooler than most and wetter than most in February. Slite, 2 km to the S, sees much the same highs.

February in Österby, by the numbers

Warmth rank
11th warmest of 12
Rain rank
9th wettest of 12
Versus January
about the same, 10 mm less rain
Versus March
2° colder
Day–night spread
4°
Snow season
Dec–Mar
Daylight, mid-month
9 h 18 min
Average wind
23 km/h

Neighbouring Towns

February averages · distance by the crow’s flight
TownDistanceHighLowRain
SliteGotland2 km S2°-2°36 mm
FårösundGotland22 km NE2°-2°30 mm
VisbyGotland31 km WSW2°-2°32 mm
RomaGotland31 km SW2°-3°40 mm
VibbleGotland35 km WSW2°-2°33 mm
ToftaGotland47 km WSW2°-2°32 mm
KlintehamnGotland51 km SW2°-3°32 mm
HemseGotland59 km SSW2°-3°40 mm

The Almanac · Österby Month by Month

Climate normals 1991–2020 · pick a month
PrecipitationAverage highAverage low
Fair
The Almanac Speaks
February
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Much like January: highs about 2°, nights near -2°. Pack the buffalo coat. Rain is modest, about 36 mm, the 9th wettest month. Snow lies on the ground; mind the passes.

Climate of Österby by month
MonthHighLowRainWindDaylightVisit
January2°-2°46 mm25 km/h7 h 13 min✦✦
February2°-2°36 mm23 km/h9 h 18 min✦✦✦
March4°-1°32 mm21 km/h11 h 37 min✦✦✦
April9°1°26 mm18 km/h14 h 15 min✦✦✦
May14°6°30 mm17 km/h16 h 36 min✦✦✦✦
June19°10°42 mm18 km/h18 h 3 min✦✦✦✦✦
July21°13°68 mm17 km/h17 h 26 min✦✦✦✦
August21°13°57 mm18 km/h15 h 17 min✦✦✦✦
September17°10°48 mm20 km/h12 h 41 min✦✦✦✦
October11°6°59 mm22 km/h10 h 9 min✦✦✦
November6°3°59 mm23 km/h7 h 49 min✦✦
December3°0°54 mm24 km/h6 h 34 min✦✦

Questions Readers Ask about Österby in February

Answered from the wire & the Almanac

What is the weather like in Österby in February?

Days average 2 °C (36 °F) and nights -2 °C (28 °F), with about 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain over the month. Much like January: highs about 2°, nights near -2°. Pack the buffalo coat. Rain is modest, about 36 mm, the 9th wettest month. Snow lies on the ground; mind the passes.

Is February a good time to visit Österby?

The Almanac gives February 3 of 5 (fair). The best months are June and July.

How long are the days in Österby in February?

In mid-February the sun is up for about 9 h 18 min. The days are lengthening — from 6 h 34 min in December to 18 h 3 min in June.

Does it snow in Österby in February?

Yes — snow usually lies on the ground in February.

What should I pack for Österby in February?

A heavy coat, gloves, a hat and a scarf.

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