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Svalbard in February: weather, activities and where to go

Do you want to travel to Svalbard in February? Find the usual weather conditions for that time, possible activities and the best cities to know if the month of February corresponds to your best time to Svalbard, Norway.

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Svalbard in February: weather, activities and where to go

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Svalbard in February in summary
Best activities
Northern or Southern Lights Winter sports and snow
Hourly weather

Average weather in Svalbard in February 2027

Compare the most frequent average weather conditions by hour (6h, 9h, 12h, 15h, 18h, 21h, 0h and 3h) in the main cities of Svalbard in February. These statistics come from the seasonal normals of Svalbard over several years.

Spitzberg (Svalbard)
From 1st to 28 February 2027
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Spitzberg (Svalbard)
From 1st to 28 February 2027
0h
Dominant weather
Cloudy
8 days out of 28 (28%)
-10.9°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
6 days out of 28 (21%)
Snow showers
6 days out of 28 (21%)
Clear/Sunny
5 days out of 28 (17%)
3h
Dominant weather
Snow showers
12 days out of 28 (42%)
-10.5°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
5 days out of 28 (17%)
Clear/Sunny
5 days out of 28 (17%)
Cloudy
4 days out of 28 (14%)
6h
Dominant weather
Cloudy
10 days out of 28 (35%)
-10.6°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
6 days out of 28 (21%)
Snow showers
6 days out of 28 (21%)
Clear/Sunny
4 days out of 28 (14%)
9h
Dominant weather
Snow showers
12 days out of 28 (42%)
-10.6°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
5 days out of 28 (17%)
Clear/Sunny
5 days out of 28 (17%)
Cloudy
4 days out of 28 (14%)
12h
Dominant weather
Cloudy
9 days out of 28 (32%)
-10.6°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
6 days out of 28 (21%)
Snow showers
6 days out of 28 (21%)
Clear/Sunny
4 days out of 28 (14%)
15h
Dominant weather
Snow showers
11 days out of 28 (39%)
-10.6°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
6 days out of 28 (21%)
Clear/Sunny
5 days out of 28 (17%)
Cloudy
4 days out of 28 (14%)
18h
Dominant weather
Cloudy
8 days out of 28 (28%)
-10.9°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
6 days out of 28 (21%)
Snow showers
6 days out of 28 (21%)
Clear/Sunny
5 days out of 28 (17%)
21h
Dominant weather
Snow showers
12 days out of 28 (42%)
-11.1°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
6 days out of 28 (21%)
Clear/Sunny
4 days out of 28 (14%)
Cloudy
4 days out of 28 (14%)
Climate

Climate of Svalbard in February

Analyze the temperatures, rainfall and weather trends of the towns in the in February region, then provide the climatic summary for the period.

Weather charts in Svalbard in February

Temperatures and rain in Spitzberg in February

Average daily weather and comparison with other months of the year.
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Average daily weather

Temperatures, rain and snow day by day in February, with a separate scale for snow.
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Monthly temperatures

The month of February is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
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Monthly precipitation

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Average rainfall

About the climate in Svalbard in February

The climate of Svalbard in February is rather dry, with monthly precipitation ranging from 45 mm to 52 mm depending on the areas.

Temperatures are very cold in Svalbard in February: average highs are around -5°C and lows can drop to -10°C.

With very unfavorable weather, the month of February is generally not recommended for going to Svalbard.

In February, the most favorable activities in Svalbard are: Northern or Southern Lights and Winter sports and snow.

Some activities remain possible in Svalbard in February, notably: Animal observation, Cultural visits and heritage and Gastronomy.

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Where to go to Svalbard in February?

Compare cities in the region by weather, activities, crowd levels or prices to quickly spot the best base and places to visit in February.

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The best offers right now to Svalbard

Each map is a real return flight offered from London, with its dates, airline and price. Choose one to find it on Skyscanner, or start your own search just below.

The cheapest

London Spitzberg (Svalbard)

From 23 Feb to 27 Feb 2027

£190 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) Ryanair
The cheapest

London Spitzberg (Svalbard)

From 6 Feb to 16 Feb 2027

£193 per person
10 days on site With stopover(s) Norwegian
The cheapest

London Spitzberg (Svalbard)

From 1 Feb to 5 Feb 2027

£205 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) SAS
The cheapest

London Spitzberg (Svalbard)

From 9 Feb to 13 Feb 2027

£207 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) Ryanair
The cheapest

London Spitzberg (Svalbard)

From 24 Feb to 28 Feb 2027

£211 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) SAS
The cheapest

London Spitzberg (Svalbard)

From 5 Feb to 9 Feb 2027

£223 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) Norwegian
The cheapest

London Spitzberg (Svalbard)

From 8 Feb to 14 Feb 2027

£233 per person
6 days on site With stopover(s) SAS
The cheapest

London Spitzberg (Svalbard)

From 3 Feb to 7 Feb 2027

£254 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) SAS
The cheapest

London Spitzberg (Svalbard)

From 10 Feb to 14 Feb 2027

£352 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) SAS
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Round-trip prices per person, recently collected from Skyscanner. Each offer has its own collection date and fares change constantly: the price displayed on Skyscanner is authoritative.

Activities and events

What to do in Svalbard in February?

Best activities in February
Northern or Southern LightsWinter sports and snow
Possible activities in February
Animal observationCultural visits and heritageGastronomy
Activities not recommended in February
Boat trip and cruiseNature and landscapes
Observed weather

What was the weather like in February?

Choose a city of Svalbard to view the day-by-day weather calendar in February 2025, with observed conditions, temperatures and rain.

Regions

The other regions of Norway in February

Compare the regions of Norway over the same period, with a quick overview of the month's climate rating.

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Best time to go to Svalbard month by month

Find the weather conditions in Svalbard for each month of the year and choose the most suitable period.

Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Svalbard in February: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Not really. The weather conditions are unfavorable in Svalbard in February, which places this month 2th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of -5°C during the day and -10°C at night, with about 52 mm of precipitation spread over 3 rainy days.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Northern or Southern Lights and Winter sports and snow. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 36/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

No: rates are at level Low price, with a price index of 31/100. It’s one of the most budget-friendly months.
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