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Canton of Geneva Weather in February

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

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Geneva Bellevue Versoix

Planning a getaway to Canton of Geneva, 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 to Expect in Canton of Geneva in February

Canton of Geneva, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. February in Canton of Geneva generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation. February is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 7°C (45°F) and nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) in Geneva.

For a closer look at conditions across Canton of Geneva, Switzerland, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

February is a rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 119 mm (4.7 in) in Geneva. Going by our weather data, this month in Geneva usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during February. Geneva receives roughly 95 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore Canton of Geneva by month

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

January6°C (43°F) February7°C (45°F) March12°C (54°F) April15°C (59°F) May19°C (66°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August24°C (75°F) September20°C (68°F) October15°C (59°F) November10°C (50°F) December6°C (43°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Canton of Geneva in February

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

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 Geneva

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

Temperature range in Canton of Geneva (February)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Geneva (February)

Geneva

In February Geneva generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
95 hours
162 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
125 mm (4.9 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
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Bellevue

In February Bellevue generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
95 hours
162 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
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Versoix

In February Versoix generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
95 hours
162 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
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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 Geneva in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Geneva 7°C (45°F) -2°C (28°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)
Bellevue 7°C (45°F) -2°C (28°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Versoix 7°C (45°F) -2°C (28°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)

Canton of Geneva weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

Expect less favorable weather across Canton of Geneva, Switzerland in February. The popular destination of Geneva averages 7°C (45°F) by day and -2°C (28°F) at night during this winter month.

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

Geneva averages a daytime maximum of 7°C (45°F) in February, with overnight lows close to -2°C (28°F).

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

Yes, February tends to be a wetter month in Canton of Geneva, Switzerland. Average snow/rainfall in Geneva sits around 119 mm (4.7 in).

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

In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit Canton of Geneva, Switzerland due to the typically less favorable weather in Geneva.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly very good weather in Geneva. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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