February · Norway
Best time to visit Ålesund in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Ålesund in February
Average temperature 1°C, 164 mm of rain, about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 77% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
3.9/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 1°C
- Rainfall
- 164 mm
- Humidity
- 77%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 10
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
February in Ålesund scores 3.9/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 1°C, 164 mm of rain, and roughly 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Ålesund is an Art Nouveau town built across islands on Norway's west coast, with Mount Aksla above the centre.
February in Ålesund — off-season conditions
At 1°C (35°F) this is proper winter weather in February: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
164 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 3.9/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 8.3/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Ålesund — 4.4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Ålesund in February?
- In February, Ålesund averages 1°C, 164 mm of rain, and about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.9/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Ålesund?
- February earns a 3.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Ålesund in February?
- Expect about 164 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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