February could be a good time to visit Turku, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around -2°C, and there are typically 5 sunny days in February. However, expect about 11 snowy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 27 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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-2°C
Avg. max. temperature
-32°C
Min.
+9°C
Max.
8 mm
Total precipitation
87%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
2 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Turku has OK weather in February.
Average temperature in Turku in February
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Turku 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 +8°C and a minimum of -14°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 23% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from 0°C to +5°C.
Is Turku warm or cold in February?
Turku is typically cold in February.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from -2°C to -2°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from -6°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 Turku, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Turku in February
Water in Turku in February is Cold. It varies from -1°C to +1°C, with an average of 0°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around -2°C.
The water temperature in February is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Turku are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +14°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of 0°C.
Can you swim in Turku in February?
We would not recommend swimming in Turku in February, the water is very cold (0°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 Turku in February
Turku weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
January
February
March
Avg. temperature
-2°C
-2°C
+2°C
Min. temperature
-36°C
-32°C
-22°C
Max. temperature
+9°C
+9°C
+14°C
Rainfall
13 mm
8 mm
9 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+1°C
0°C
0°C
Humidity
88%
87%
80%
Air pressure
1008 HPa
1011 HPa
1010 HPa
Sunny days
3
5
7
Cloudy days
12
11
10
Rainy days
3
2
2
Snowy days
13
11
11
February weather is still as ok as in January.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of -2°C for average maximum temperature during the day.As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 13 mm to 8 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 88% to 87%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 3 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in February, from 3 to 5.
March brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Turku in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 12 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Turku is gradually increasing during February, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Turku based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in February is about 1 mm, with a 4% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 1 mm, which is considered light rain.Turku is amazing in February with as little as 1 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Turku wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 55% chance of precipitation and 75 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 8 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during February in Turku based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The total snow in February is about 7 mm, with a 14% chance of snow on a typical day.
February is one of the snowiest months in Turku.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last February in Turku?
This is the weather in Turku in February 2023:
1 February
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0°C
2 February
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-1°C
3 February
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-3°C
4 February
☀️
-2°C
5 February
☀️
0°C
6 February
☀️
+2°C
7 February
☁️
+2°C
8 February
☁️
+3°C
9 February
☁️
+3°C
10 February
☁️
+2°C
11 February
☀️
+1°C
12 February
☁️
+2°C
13 February
☁️
+8°C
14 February
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+5°C
15 February
🌫️
+1°C
16 February
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+2°C
17 February
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+3°C
18 February
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0°C
19 February
🌨️
0°C
20 February
🌨️
-1°C
21 February
☁️
-4°C
22 February
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-6°C
23 February
🌨️
0°C
24 February
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-1°C
25 February
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-1°C
26 February
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-4°C
27 February
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+3°C
28 February
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+5°C
In February 2023 Turku had 9 sunny days, 14 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +1°C, with an absolute maximum of +8°C and a minimum of -6°C. The average humidity was 87%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 56%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 17 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in February?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Turku climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Turku in February has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+6°C) and the highest in 2020 (+11°C). The driest year was 2003 with only 300 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 615 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Turku in February:
Is February a good time to visit Turku?
It’s always a good time to visit Turku, 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 Turku in February?
Not really, February is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Turku in February?
Swimming in Turku in February is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Turku rainy in February?
Turku is usually dry in February. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Turku in February?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Turku in February, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Finland
Check out the weather for other cities in Finland.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Turku, 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.