Scotland in february: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Scotland in february 2025
Below, you have access to the weather forecast for february for most popular cities in Scotland. These predictions are probabilities for the month of february from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in february in Edinburgh
very bad weather 103.8cm
Weather at 6am
38°F
Partly Cloudy
23% of time
20%
20%
14%
Weather at 12pm
43°F
Cloudy
28% of time
25%
20%
11%
Weather at 6pm
40°F
Partly Cloudy
26% of time
24%
22%
12%
Weather at 3am
40°F
28%
20%
16%
13%
Where to go in Scotland in february?
Where to go in Scotland in february: destination map
Where to go in each region in february?
| Central Region (Stirling, Falkirk, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park...) | 40°F to 43°F | 3 à 7 days | 45°F | very bad weather |
| East Coast of Scotland (Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Dundee...) | 38°F to 45°F | 1 à 9 days | 45°F to 47°F | very bad weather |
| Highland (Inverness, Fort William, Skye...) | 38°F to 45°F | 1 à 14 days | 47°F | very bad weather |
| Orkney Islands (Kirkwall...) | 47°F | 8 days | 47°F | very bad weather |
| Outer Hebrides (Stornoway...) | 47°F | 11 days | 47°F | very bad weather |
| Shetland Islands (Lerwick...) | 45°F to 47°F | 4 à 11 days | 47°F | very bad weather |
| West Coast of Scotland (Glasgow, Dumfries, Isle of Mull...) | 43°F to 47°F | 7 à 14 days | 45°F to 49°F | very bad weather |
Where should you go in Scotland in february when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Scotland in february is very bad across the board.
February is one of the worst month for traveling to Scotland. The climate in Dundee, Inverness, Thurso, Skye, Shetland islands, Aberdeen, Loch Ness Lake, Oban, Glasgow and Edinburgh and everywhere in the country is ver bad. It's cold, the sun is not there all the time and you take the risk being faced with rain very often wherever you go.
Climate in Scotland in february
Climate in Edinburgh in february
In february, maximum temperature is 45°F and minimum temperature is 38°F (for an average temperature of 41°F). The climate is rather more than very fresh in this location in february. Do not forget to cover yourself! With 3.3in over 6 days, rainfall can happen for your journey. But this is moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
| February | |||
| Average temperature | 41°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 45°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 38°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 45°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 6 day(s) (20%) | ||
| Humidity | 90% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 6 | ||
| Cloud cover | 57% | ||
| Length of day | 09:39 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Aberdeen in february
In the month of february, maximum temperature is 43°F and minimum temperature is 40°F (for an average temperature of 41°F). The climate is rather more than very fresh in this location in february. Plan to cover you well! With 3.1in over 5 days, rainfall can happen throughout your holidays. But this is moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
| February | |||
| Average temperature | 41°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 43°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 40°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 45°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 5 day(s) (16%) | ||
| Humidity | 86% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 7 | ||
| Cloud cover | 55% | ||
| Length of day | 09:32 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Glasgow in february
In the month of february, maximum temperature is 43°F and minimum temperature is 38°F (for an average temperature of 41°F). The climate is rather more than very fresh in that area in this month. Plan a sweater! With 5.7in over 10 days, you will experience some showers during your vacations. But this is pretty moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
| February | |||
| Average temperature | 41°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 43°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 38°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 46°F | ||
| Rainfall | 5.7in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 10 day(s) (33%) | ||
| Humidity | 92% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 6 | ||
| Cloud cover | 64% | ||
| Length of day | 09:40 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Inverness in february
In the month of february, maximum temperature is 43°F and minimum temperature is 36°F (for an average temperature of 40°F). The climate is rather more than very fresh in that locality in this month. Plan a sweater! With 2in over 3 days, rainfall can happen throughout your stay. But this is moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
| February | |||
| Average temperature | 40°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 43°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 36°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 46°F | ||
| Rainfall | 2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 3 day(s) (10%) | ||
| Humidity | 88% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 7 | ||
| Cloud cover | 53% | ||
| Length of day | 09:31 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Dumfries in february
In the month of february, maximum temperature is 45°F and minimum temperature is 38°F (for an average temperature of 41°F). The climate is rather cold in that locality in the month of february. Plan to cover you well! With 5.6in over 8 days, you risk getting wet slightly throughout your holidays. But this is pretty reasonably and it will not be continuous.
| February | |||
| Average temperature | 41°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 45°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 38°F | ||
| Rainfall | 5.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 8 day(s) (29%) | ||
| Humidity | 92% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 6 | ||
| Cloud cover | 63% | ||
| Length of day | 09:44 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
All cities in Scotland in february
| Edinburgh in february | very bad weather |
| Aberdeen in february | very bad weather |
| Glasgow in february | very bad weather |
| Inverness in february | very bad weather |
| Dumfries in february | very bad weather |
| Dundee in february | very bad weather |
| Falkirk in february | very bad weather |
| Fort William in february | very bad weather |
| Isle of Mull in february | very bad weather |
| Kirkwall in february | very bad weather |
| Lerwick in february | very bad weather |
| Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park in february | very bad weather |
| Skye in february | very bad weather |
| Stirling in february | very bad weather |
| Stornoway in february | very bad weather |
| Applecross in february | very bad weather |
| Cairngorms National Park in february | very bad weather |
| Durness in february | very bad weather |
| Eyemouth in february | very bad weather |
| Fort Augustus in february | very bad weather |
| Glen Trool in february | very bad weather |
| Glencoe in february | very bad weather |
Weather data for Scotland in february:
Weather data for Scotland in february is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Scotland. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Scotland can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Scotland.