February 2025 Weather Report for Zeeland, Netherlands
February in Zeeland proved to be a notably cool and dry month compared to historical averages. The province experienced below-normal temperatures throughout the period, with an average temperature of 4.3 degrees Celsius, sitting 2.0 degrees below the long-term normal of 6.3 degrees. Despite the chill, residents enjoyed considerably more sunshine than typical for this time of year.
Temperature Overview
The month displayed significant temperature fluctuations. Terneuzen recorded the coldest reading on February 17th, dropping to minus 4.1 degrees Celsius, while the same location experienced the warmest day on February 21st, reaching 18.0 degrees. This 22-degree swing between the coldest and warmest days illustrates the variable nature of winter weather in the region during this period.
Precipitation Patterns
February was notably drier than average, with total precipitation averaging 47.6 millimeters across the province—44 percent below the normal 84.3 millimeters. The wettest day occurred in Sluis on February 11th, when 15.4 millimeters of rain fell. Goes emerged as the wettest location overall, accumulating 51.6 millimeters throughout the month, though this still remained well below seasonal expectations.
Sunshine and Notable Conditions
One of the most striking features of February 2025 was the abundance of sunshine. The province recorded 149.8 hours of sunshine, exceeding the normal 127.2 hours by 18 percent. This above-average sunshine, combined with the dry conditions, created a relatively pleasant month despite the cooler-than-normal temperatures. The combination of fewer rainy days and extended sunny periods made this February distinctly different from typical winter months in Zeeland.