Weather in February in Switzerland
Planning a getaway to Switzerland this February and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Switzerland in February?
In February, Switzerland experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from very cold to cold and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. February falls during the winter season.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very cold in Münster at -5°C to cold in Chiasso at 9°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C in Chiasso and -13°C in Münster. In many areas in Switzerland, February brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.
Precipitation
In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Sta Maria Val Müstair with an average of 59 mm to high snowfall in Adelboden with 153 mm. Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Zermatt.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 104 hours of sunlight anticipated in Zermatt. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.For a closer look at February's conditions in Switzerland, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Switzerland's yearly weather, check out our Switzerland climate page.
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What is the weather like in February for the 5 most popular destinations in Switzerland?
Zermatt
In February Zermatt generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -14°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Grindelwald
In February Grindelwald generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Nendaz
In February Nendaz generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -12°C and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Zürich
In February Zürich generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Davos
In February Davos generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -12°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Switzerland.
Is February the best time to visit Switzerland?
In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit Switzerland due to the typically poor weather in Zermatt.
On average, the best time to visit Switzerland is in August with generally unpleasant weather in Zermatt.
Interested in more climate information?
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