If you plan to visit Vaasa in February, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of -3°C during the day and approximately 3 sunny days. Expect some snowy, though, as there are typically 11 snowy days in the month and around 25 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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-3°C
Avg. max. temperature
-34°C
Min.
+8°C
Max.
10 mm
Total precipitation
86%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
13 ⛅️
Cloudy
1 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Vaasa has OK weather in February.
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Is Vaasa warm or cold in February?
Vaasa is typically cold in February.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from -3°C to -3°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from -8°C to -9°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 Vaasa, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Vaasa in February
Water in Vaasa in February is Cold. It varies from -1°C to 0°C, with an average of 0°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around -3°C.
The water temperature in February is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Vaasa are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +17°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of 0°C.
Can you swim in Vaasa in February?
We would not recommend swimming in Vaasa 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
🏊
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 Vaasa in February
Vaasa weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
January
February
March
Avg. temperature
-3°C
-3°C
0°C
Min. temperature
-36°C
-34°C
-29°C
Max. temperature
+8°C
+8°C
+12°C
Rainfall
6 mm
10 mm
10 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
0°C
0°C
0°C
Humidity
87%
86%
81%
Air pressure
1007 HPa
1010 HPa
1009 HPa
Sunny days
2
3
6
Cloudy days
14
13
13
Rainy days
1
1
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 -3°C for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 6 mm to 10 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 87% to 86%.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 2 to 3.
March brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Vaasa in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 9 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Vaasa is gradually increasing during February, going from 1 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during February in Vaasa based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 11% chance of snow on an average day in February, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 27 mm.
February is one of the snowiest months in Vaasa.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last February in Vaasa?
This is the weather in Vaasa in February 2023:
1 February
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-3°C
2 February
☁️
-3°C
3 February
🌨️
-3°C
4 February
☁️
-4°C
5 February
☀️
0°C
6 February
☀️
+1°C
7 February
☀️
+1°C
8 February
☁️
+4°C
9 February
☁️
+4°C
10 February
☀️
+1°C
11 February
☀️
-2°C
12 February
☀️
+6°C
13 February
☀️
+4°C
14 February
☁️
+4°C
15 February
☀️
+3°C
16 February
☁️
+1°C
17 February
☁️
+1°C
18 February
🌨️
+1°C
19 February
🌨️
-2°C
20 February
☁️
-3°C
21 February
☀️
-6°C
22 February
☁️
-6°C
23 February
☀️
+1°C
24 February
🌫️
-1°C
25 February
☀️
-3°C
26 February
☁️
-3°C
27 February
☀️
+6°C
28 February
☀️
+4°C
In February 2023 Vaasa had 13 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was 0°C, with an absolute maximum of +6°C and a minimum of -6°C. The average humidity was 87%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 53%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in February?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Vaasa climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Vaasa in February has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+4°C) and the highest in 2020 (+10°C). The driest year was 2002 with only 260 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 2226 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Vaasa in February:
Is February a good time to visit Vaasa?
It’s always a good time to visit Vaasa, 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 Vaasa in February?
Not really, February is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Vaasa in February?
Swimming in Vaasa in February is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Vaasa rainy in February?
Vaasa is usually dry in February. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Vaasa in February?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Vaasa 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 Vaasa, 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.