Canton of Neuchâtel Weather in February

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

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Neuchâtel La Chaux-de-Fonds Le Locle La Côte-aux-Fées

Thinking about venturing to Canton of Neuchâtel, Switzerland this February and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Canton of Neuchâtel in February

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

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 6°C (43°F) and nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) in Neuchâtel.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Canton of Neuchâtel, Switzerland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Neuchâtel with an average of 106 mm (4.2 in) to high snow/rainfall in La Côte-aux-Fées with 125 mm (4.9 in).

Average sunshine

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

Explore Canton of Neuchâtel by month

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

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 Neuchâtel in February

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

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 Neuchâtel

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

Temperature range in Canton of Neuchâtel (February)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Neuchâtel (February)

Neuchâtel

In February Neuchâtel 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 »
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
61 hours
97 hours
159 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Neuchâtel →

La Chaux-de-Fonds

In February La Chaux-de-Fonds 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 »
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
61 hours
97 hours
159 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in La Chaux-de-Fonds →

Le Locle

In February Le Locle generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°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 »
January
February
March
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°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
114 mm (4.5 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Le Locle →

La Côte-aux-Fées

In February La Côte-aux-Fées 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 »
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
61 hours
97 hours
159 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in La Côte-aux-Fées →

La Vue des Alpes

In February La Vue des Alpes 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 »
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
61 hours
97 hours
159 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in La Vue des Alpes →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Canton of Neuchâtel, in Switzerland.

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 Neuchâtel in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Neuchâtel 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
La Chaux-de-Fonds 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Le Locle 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
La Côte-aux-Fées 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
La Vue des Alpes 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Les Brenets 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)

Canton of Neuchâtel weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

February in Canton of Neuchâtel, Switzerland brings poor weather. In Neuchâtel, daytime temperatures are typically around 6°C (43°F) and nighttime lows hover near -2°C (28°F).

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

Average temperatures in Canton of Neuchâtel, Switzerland during February range from a nighttime low near -2°C (28°F) to a daytime high around 6°C (43°F) in Neuchâtel.

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

Canton of Neuchâtel, Switzerland sees substantial snow/rainfall in February. Neuchâtel typically averages about 106 mm (4.2 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

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

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Neuchâtel, February may not be the ideal time to visit Canton of Neuchâtel, Switzerland.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Neuchâtel. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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