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Narvik in February: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Narvik in February and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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February

Weather in Narvik in February 2025

OK Weather
Cold
🌨️
Snowy
🌊
Cold water
February could be a good time to visit Narvik, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around -1°C, and there are typically 2 sunny days in February. However, expect about 16 snowy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 64 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
-1°C
Avg. max. temperature
-27°C
Min.
+9°C
Max.
64 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
2 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Narvik has OK weather in February.

Average temperature in Narvik in February

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Narvik for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in February is +1°C with a maximum of +7°C and a minimum of -20°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 15% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from 0°C to +4°C.

Is Narvik warm or cold in February?

Narvik is typically cold in February.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from -2°C to -1°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from -8°C to -8°C.

Wear your winter warms as it will be cold. To save space, layer, and don’t forget gloves and a scarf.

February is one of the coolest months in Narvik, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Narvik in February

Water in Narvik in February is Cold. It varies from +3°C to +5°C, with an average of +4°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around -1°C.

The water temperature in February is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Narvik are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +12°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +4°C.

Can you swim in Narvik in February?

We would not recommend swimming in Narvik in February, the water is very cold (+4°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Narvik in February

Narvik weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Avg. temperature
-2°C-1°C+1°C
Min. temperature
-29°C-27°C-24°C
Max. temperature
+10°C+9°C+12°C
Rainfall
75 mm64 mm65 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+5°C+4°C+4°C
Humidity
78%76%72%
Air pressure
1003 HPa1005 HPa1006 HPa
Sunny days
222
Cloudy days
1089
Rainy days
323
Snowy days
171616

February weather is still as ok as in January. It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from -2°C to -1°C during the day. As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 75 mm to 64 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 78% to 76%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 2 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 2 sunny days during the month.

March brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Narvik in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 11 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Narvik is gradually increasing during February, going from 0 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Narvik based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in February is about 77 mm, with a 25% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 24 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 7 rainy days during February, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Narvik wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 70% chance of precipitation and 148 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 64 mm of rainfall per day.

Snow

Amount of snow in mm during February in Narvik based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The total snow in February is about 92 mm, with a 39% chance of snow on a typical day.

February is one of the snowiest months in Narvik.

Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:

How was the weather last February in Narvik?

This is the weather in Narvik in February 2023:
1 February
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0°C
2 February
☁️
-7°C
3 February
☁️
-10°C
4 February
☁️
0°C
5 February
🌨️
+2°C
6 February
🌧️
+7°C
7 February
🌧️
+6°C
8 February
🌧️
+6°C
9 February
🌨️
+2°C
10 February
🌨️
-3°C
11 February
🌨️
-1°C
12 February
🌨️
+4°C
13 February
🌨️
+2°C
14 February
🌧️
+6°C
15 February
☁️
+5°C
16 February
☁️
+4°C
17 February
🌨️
+1°C
18 February
☁️
-1°C
19 February
☁️
-1°C
20 February
☁️
-3°C
21 February
☁️
-6°C
22 February
☁️
-2°C
23 February
🌨️
+1°C
24 February
🌨️
0°C
25 February
🌨️
0°C
26 February
🌧️
+3°C
27 February
🌧️
+4°C
28 February
🌨️
+4°C
In February 2023 Narvik had 0 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +1°C, with an absolute maximum of +7°C and a minimum of -10°C. The average humidity was 88%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 42%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Narvik climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Narvik in February has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+5°C) and the highest in 1990 (+8°C). The driest year was 1980 with only 664 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1989 with 1620 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Narvik in February:

Is February a good time to visit Narvik?

It’s always a good time to visit Narvik, but the weather is changeable in February, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Narvik in February?

Not really, February is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.

Can you swim in Narvik in February?

Swimming in Narvik in February is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Narvik rainy in February?

Narvik is often rainy in February. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Narvik in February?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Narvik in February, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Norway

Check out the weather for other cities in Norway.

Monthly weather in Narvik

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Narvik, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.