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Bern Weather in February
February in Bern brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 7°C (45°F) and nights around -2°C (28°F). Quite a bit of snow/rainfall is expected, around 92 mm (3.6 in), so pack an umbrella.
Rainfall in Bern in February
Typically, about 14 days will experience snow/rainfall, with an average of 92 mm (3.6 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.
Temperature in Bern in February
Bern in February gets highs of 7°C (45°F) during the day and drops to -2°C (28°F) at night. The winter season is characteristic of February. The days stay cool from start to finish. Layering up well will make outdoor time much more comfortable. Nights drop below freezing to -2°C (28°F). An extra blanket is worth packing if you're unsure about the heating where you're staying.
Sunshine in Bern in February
This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 93 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Bern.
Bern Temperature in February
Min Temperature
-2°C (28°F)
Max Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Chance of Rain
45%
Precipitation
92 mm (3.6 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Humidity
79%
Sunshine
93 hours
Percentage Sunshine
35%
Bern Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Bern typically stay consistent throughout February, with daily highs averaging around 7°C (45°F). Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -4°C (25°F) to -1°C (30°F).
Average temperatures in February
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in February
Historical weather records for Bern in February
Browse day-by-day weather records for Bern spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Bern historical weather extremes in February
Based on 50 years of weather observations in Bern between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
- Bern recorded its highest February temperature of 18°C (64°F) on February 23, 2017.
- The wettest February day on record brought 29 mm (1.1 in) of precipitation to Bern (February 28, 2017).
Best Places in Switzerland in February
Find out more about the weather in Switzerland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Switzerland in February →
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Bern in February
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Bern in February. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.
What To Do in Bern in February
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming4/10 -
Cycling4/10 -
Walking4/10 -
Camping1/10 -
Outdoor sports4/10
Bern 3-Day Forecast
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Popular in February
Where to go in February - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Zürich
7°C (45°F) Engelberg
0°C (32°F) Crans-Montana-1°C (30°F) Davos-2°C (28°F) Nendaz-1°C (30°F) Grindelwald-2°C (28°F) Saas-Fee-3°C (27°F) Zermatt-5°C (23°F) Bucket list
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