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Tromso in February: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Tromso in February and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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February

Weather in Tromso in February 2025

OK Weather
Cold
🌨️
Snowy
🌊
Cold water
February could be a good time to visit Tromso, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +28°F, and there are typically 4 sunny days in February. However, expect about 16 snowy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 58 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+28°F
Avg. max. temperature
-20°F
Min.
+48°F
Max.
47 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
4 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
2 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Tromso has OK weather in February.

Average temperature in Tromso in February

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Tromso for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in February is +34°F with a maximum of +46°F and a minimum of +10°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 10% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +30°F to +34°F.

Is Tromso warm or cold in February?

Tromso is typically cold in February.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +28°F to +28°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +18°F to +18°F.

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 Tromso, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Tromso in February

Water in Tromso in February is Cold. It varies from +38°F to +42°F, with an average of +40°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +28°F.

The water temperature in February is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Tromso are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +52°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +40°F.

Can you swim in Tromso in February?

We would not recommend swimming in Tromso in February, the water is very cold (+40°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
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 Tromso in February

Tromso weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Avg. temperature
+28°F+28°F+34°F
Min. temperature
-22°F-20°F-11°F
Max. temperature
+48°F+48°F+50°F
Rainfall
53 mm47 mm48 mm
Wind
4 m/s4 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+41°F+40°F+40°F
Humidity
79%78%76%
Air pressure
1002 HPa1003 HPa1005 HPa
Sunny days
443
Cloudy days
878
Rainy days
223
Snowy days
161616

February weather is still as ok as in January. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +28°F for average maximum temperature during the day. As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 53 mm to 47 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 79% to 78%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 4 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 4 sunny days during the month.

March brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Tromso in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 6 m/s getting up to 14 m/s which is quite strong. The wind will cause branches to move and ground debris to fly around.

The average wind speed in Tromso is gradually increasing during February, going from 1 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Tromso based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in February is about 99 mm, with a 32% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 16 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 9 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:
Tromso wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 70% chance of precipitation and 128 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 47 mm of rainfall per day.

Snow

Amount of snow in mm during February in Tromso based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The total snow in February is about 53 mm, with a 32% chance of snow on a typical day.

February is one of the snowiest months in Tromso.

Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:

How was the weather last February in Tromso?

This is the weather in Tromso in February 2023:
1 February
☁️
+31°F
2 February
☁️
+26°F
3 February
☀️
+23°F
4 February
🌨️
+34°F
5 February
🌧️
+37°F
6 February
🌧️
+47°F
7 February
🌧️
+44°F
8 February
🌧️
+43°F
9 February
🌨️
+33°F
10 February
🌨️
+29°F
11 February
🌨️
+32°F
12 February
🌧️
+39°F
13 February
🌧️
+39°F
14 February
🌧️
+42°F
15 February
☁️
+42°F
16 February
☁️
+41°F
17 February
☀️
+37°F
18 February
☀️
+32°F
19 February
🌨️
+32°F
20 February
☁️
+26°F
21 February
☁️
+20°F
22 February
☀️
+21°F
23 February
🌨️
+31°F
24 February
🌨️
+29°F
25 February
🌨️
+33°F
26 February
🌧️
+36°F
27 February
🌧️
+39°F
28 February
🌨️
+34°F
In February 2023 Tromso had 4 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 9 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +34°F, with an absolute maximum of +46°F and a minimum of +19°F. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 50%. The average wind speed was 6 m/s, with a maximum of 18 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Tromso climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Tromso in February has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+39°F) and the highest in 1990 (+46°F). The driest year was 1980 with only 614 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1989 with 1352 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Tromso in February:

Is February a good time to visit Tromso?

It’s always a good time to visit Tromso, 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 Tromso in February?

Not really, February is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.

Can you swim in Tromso in February?

Swimming in Tromso in February is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Tromso rainy in February?

Tromso is usually dry in February. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Tromso in February?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Tromso in February, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Norway

Check out the weather for other cities in Norway.

Monthly weather in Tromso

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Tromso, 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.