Black Forest

Black Forest Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Black Forest, Germany in February.

Planning a journey to the Black Forest, Germany this February and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the Black Forest in February

The Black Forest, Germany is a region in Germany. February in the Black Forest generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. February falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 5°C (41°F) in Rottweil to 8°C (46°F) in Offenburg. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 0°C (32°F) in Offenburg and -3°C (27°F) in Rottweil.

To explore the conditions in the Black Forest, Germany in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Tübingen with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) to high snow/rainfall in Freiburg im Breisgau with 102 mm (4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Baden-Baden receives about 87 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore the Black Forest by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Black Forest — and find the best time to visit. (based on Baden-Baden)

Best Places to Visit in the Black Forest in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Black Forest.

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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).

Popular Destinations in the Black Forest

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in the Black Forest, Germany?

Temperature range in the Black Forest (February)

Precipitation variation in the Black Forest (February)

Baden-Baden

In February Baden-Baden generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
56 hours
87 hours
145 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Freiburg im Breisgau

In February Freiburg im Breisgau generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
59 hours
98 hours
152 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
102 mm (4 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Tübingen

In February Tübingen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
80 hours
97 hours
136 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Offenburg

In February Offenburg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
56 hours
85 hours
136 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Rottweil

In February Rottweil generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
96 hours
101 hours
119 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Black Forest in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Baden-Baden 6°C (43°F) -1°C (30°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Freiburg im Breisgau 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Tübingen 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Offenburg 8°C (46°F) 0°C (32°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Rottweil 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)

The Black Forest weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Black Forest, Germany in February?

February in the Black Forest, Germany brings poor weather. In Baden-Baden, daytime temperatures are typically around 6°C (43°F) and nighttime lows hover near -1°C (30°F).

What is the average temperature in the Black Forest, Germany in February?

Daytime temperatures in Baden-Baden peak at roughly 6°C (43°F) in February, dropping to about -1°C (30°F) overnight.

Does the Black Forest, Germany get a lot of snow/rain in February?

February is on the drier side in the Black Forest, Germany. Baden-Baden averages only about 99 mm (3.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is February a Good Time to Visit the Black Forest, Germany?

In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit the Black Forest, Germany due to the typically poor weather in Baden-Baden.

On average, the best time to visit the Black Forest, Germany is in August and September with generally perfect weather in Baden-Baden. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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