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Contra weather in February (Canton of Ticino, Switzerland)

How is February weather typically in Contra? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

In February, Contra typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. February is part of the winter season. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 5°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler -4°C. With temperatures this low, you'll need to dress warmly. Staying prepared is crucial to avoid the discomfort of the cold.

Precipitation

Contra in February usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 75 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. You can typically expect 13 days days of snow/rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

With about 155 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Contra. June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Contra climate page with graphs.

 

Contra, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 75 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 60% *  
SunshineSunshine 155 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 60% *  
Data from: Locarno, Switzerland (4 KM, 2 Miles).

Where to go in Switzerland in February

Find out more about the weather in Switzerland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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