Aberdeen in February usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +45°F and roughly 1 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 12 rainy days with an average precipitation of 40 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+45°F
Avg. max. temperature
+12°F
Min.
+63°F
Max.
40 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Aberdeen has OK weather in February.
Average temperature in Aberdeen in February
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Aberdeen for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in February is +50°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +55°F during the day and a minimum of +30°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +45°F to +45°F.
Is Aberdeen warm or cold in February?
Aberdeen is typically chill in February.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +43°F to +45°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +36°F to +36°F.
Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
February is one of the coolest months in Aberdeen, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Aberdeen in February
Water in Aberdeen in February is Cold. It varies from +43°F to +46°F, with an average of +45°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +45°F.
The water temperature in February is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Aberdeen are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +56°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +44°F.
Can you swim in Aberdeen in February?
We would not recommend swimming in Aberdeen in February, the water is very cold (+45°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°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 Aberdeen in February
Aberdeen weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
January
February
March
Avg. temperature
+43°F
+45°F
+46°F
Min. temperature
+9°F
+12°F
+12°F
Max. temperature
+63°F
+63°F
+70°F
Rainfall
60 mm
40 mm
49 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+46°F
+45°F
+44°F
Humidity
81%
79%
77%
Air pressure
1008 HPa
1010 HPa
1009 HPa
Sunny days
2
1
1
Cloudy days
10
11
10
Rainy days
16
12
17
Snowy days
3
4
3
February weather is still as ok as in January.It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +43°F to +45°F during the day.As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 60 mm to 40 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 81% to 79%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 4 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 2 sunny days in January to 1 in February.
March brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen is gradually decreasing during February, going from 6 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Aberdeen based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in February stands at 21%, leading to total precipitation of around 15 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 6 mm, which is considered light rain.On average, there are about 6 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:
Aberdeen wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 61% chance of precipitation and 87 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 41% chance of precipitation and 40 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during February in Aberdeen based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The chance of snow on a typical day in February is 0%, for a monthly total of around 0 mm.
February is one of the snowiest months in Aberdeen.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last February in Aberdeen?
This is the weather in Aberdeen in February 2023:
1 February
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+45°F
2 February
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+54°F
3 February
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+51°F
4 February
☁️
+50°F
5 February
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+45°F
6 February
☀️
+50°F
7 February
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+49°F
8 February
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+49°F
9 February
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+47°F
10 February
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+56°F
11 February
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+56°F
12 February
☀️
+51°F
13 February
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+49°F
14 February
☀️
+53°F
15 February
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+50°F
16 February
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+48°F
17 February
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+55°F
18 February
🌧️
+44°F
19 February
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+54°F
20 February
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+56°F
21 February
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+54°F
22 February
🌧️
+47°F
23 February
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+48°F
24 February
🌧️
+48°F
25 February
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+42°F
26 February
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+45°F
27 February
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+43°F
28 February
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+45°F
In February 2023 Aberdeen had 9 sunny days, 12 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +50°F, with an absolute maximum of +55°F and a minimum of +41°F. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 48%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in February?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Aberdeen climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Aberdeen in February has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+49°F) and the highest in 2022 (+55°F). The driest year was 2003 with only 474 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2002 with 978 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Aberdeen in February:
Is February a good time to visit Aberdeen?
It’s always a good time to visit Aberdeen, 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 Aberdeen in February?
Not really, February is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Aberdeen in February?
Swimming in Aberdeen in February is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Aberdeen rainy in February?
Aberdeen is usually dry in February. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Aberdeen in February?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Aberdeen in February, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in United Kingdom
Check out the weather for other cities in United Kingdom.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Aberdeen, 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.