If you plan to visit Skiathos in February, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +12°C during the day and approximately 5 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 14 rainy days in the month and around 79 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+12°C
Avg. max. temperature
-1°C
Min.
+21°C
Max.
79 mm
Total precipitation
75%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
14 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Skiathos has OK weather in February.
Average temperature in Skiathos in February
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Skiathos for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +17°C during the day to a minimum of +3°C during the night, the temperature in February averages around +13°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 36% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +11°C to +16°C.
Is Skiathos warm or cold in February?
Skiathos is typically mild in February.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +12°C to +12°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +9°C to +9°C.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
February is one of the coolest months in Skiathos, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Skiathos in February
Water in Skiathos in February is Cold. It varies from +13°C to +16°C, with an average of +14°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +12°C.
The water temperature in February is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Skiathos are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +26°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +14°C.
Can you swim in Skiathos in February?
We would not recommend swimming in Skiathos in February, the water is very cold (+14°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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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 Skiathos in February
Skiathos weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
January
February
March
Avg. temperature
+12°C
+12°C
+14°C
Min. temperature
0°C
-1°C
+1°C
Max. temperature
+19°C
+21°C
+26°C
Rainfall
93 mm
79 mm
81 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+15°C
+14°C
+14°C
Humidity
76%
75%
73%
Air pressure
1017 HPa
1016 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
5
5
8
Cloudy days
11
9
9
Rainy days
14
14
14
Snowy days
0
0
0
February weather is still as ok as in January.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +12°C for average maximum temperature during the day.As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 93 mm to 79 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 76% to 75%.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 5 sunny days during the month.
March brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Skiathos in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Skiathos is gradually decreasing during February, going from 4 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Skiathos based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 36% chance of rain on an average day in February, with total rainfall of approximately 51 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 17 mm, which is considered light rain.February is a pretty wet month with over 10 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Skiathos wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 48% chance of precipitation and 103 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 16% chance of precipitation and 19 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last February in Skiathos?
This is the weather in Skiathos in February 2023:
1 February
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+11°C
2 February
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+14°C
3 February
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+11°C
4 February
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+14°C
5 February
🌧️
+9°C
6 February
🌧️
+6°C
7 February
🌧️
+6°C
8 February
🌧️
+7°C
9 February
🌧️
+8°C
10 February
☁️
+8°C
11 February
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+9°C
12 February
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+11°C
13 February
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+10°C
14 February
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+12°C
15 February
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+11°C
16 February
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+13°C
17 February
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+15°C
18 February
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+17°C
19 February
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+16°C
20 February
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+16°C
21 February
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+17°C
22 February
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+16°C
23 February
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+15°C
24 February
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+15°C
25 February
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+17°C
26 February
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+17°C
27 February
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+17°C
28 February
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+16°C
In February 2023 Skiathos had 12 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +13°C, with an absolute maximum of +17°C and a minimum of +6°C. The average humidity was 71%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 44%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in February?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Skiathos climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Skiathos in February has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1991 (+18°C) and the highest in 2020 (+21°C). The driest year was 1992 with only 345 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1994 with 974 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Skiathos in February:
Is February a good time to visit Skiathos?
It’s always a good time to visit Skiathos, 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 Skiathos in February?
February has mild temperatures in Skiathos. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Skiathos in February?
Swimming in Skiathos in February is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Skiathos rainy in February?
Skiathos 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 Skiathos in February?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Skiathos in February, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Skiathos, 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.