Canton of Fribourg Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland in February.

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Fribourg Murten Le Pâquier Gruyères

Planning a trip to Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland this February? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Canton of Fribourg in February

Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. February in Canton of Fribourg generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of February is in the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 3°C (37°F) in Jaun to 6°C (43°F) in Murten. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -2°C (28°F) in Murten and -6°C (21°F) in Jaun.

For specific regional insights in Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Flamatt with an average of 98 mm (3.9 in) to high snow/rainfall in Albeuve with 127 mm (5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during February. Fribourg experiences about 97 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Canton of Fribourg by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Canton of Fribourg - and find the best time to visit. (based on Fribourg)

January4°C (39°F) February6°C (43°F) March10°C (50°F) April14°C (57°F) May18°C (64°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August23°C (73°F) September19°C (66°F) October14°C (57°F) November8°C (46°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Canton of Fribourg in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Canton of Fribourg.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Canton of Fribourg

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland?

Temperature range in Canton of Fribourg (February)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Fribourg (February)

Fribourg

In February Fribourg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
97 hours
159 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
102 mm (4 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Fribourg →

Murten

In February Murten 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 less favorable that month.

« January
February
March »
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)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
97 hours
159 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Murten →

Le Pâquier

In February Le Pâquier generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
97 hours
159 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Le Pâquier →

Gruyères

In February Gruyères generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
97 hours
159 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Gruyères →

Albeuve

In February Albeuve generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
78 hours
111 hours
168 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
127 mm (5 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Albeuve →

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In our records: Switzerland February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in Switzerland in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest February night in Switzerland dropped to -31°C (-24°F) in Silvaplana on February 9, 1986.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Canton of Fribourg in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Fribourg 6°C (43°F) -3°C (27°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Murten 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Le Pâquier 5°C (41°F) -4°C (25°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Gruyères 4°C (39°F) -4°C (25°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Albeuve 4°C (39°F) -5°C (23°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Bad-Schwarzsee 4°C (39°F) -5°C (23°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)

Canton of Fribourg weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland in February?

Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland typically experiences less favorable weather in February, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Fribourg average around 6°C (43°F), and temperatures drop to about -3°C (27°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland in February?

Average temperatures in Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland during February range from a nighttime low near -3°C (27°F) to a daytime high around 6°C (43°F) in Fribourg.

Does Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland get a lot of snow/rain in February?

Fribourg typically receives notable snow/rainfall in February, about 102 mm (4 in) on average across Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland?

Given the typically less favorable weather conditions in Fribourg, February may not be the ideal time to visit Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland.

On average, the best time to visit Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland is in June, July and August with generally very good weather in Fribourg. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be less favorable.

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