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Canton of Ticino Weather in February

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

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

What to Expect in Canton of Ticino in February

Canton of Ticino, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. Canton of Ticino, Switzerland has a wide variety of climate types. During February, you can expect temperatures that range from very cold to cold and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. February falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Bedretto at -4°C (25°F) and cold in Chiasso at 9°C (48°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Chiasso and -12°C (10°F) in Bedretto.

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

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in SantʼAntonio with an average of 70 mm (2.8 in) to high snow/rainfall in Bedretto with 107 mm (4.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Lugano gets approximately 155 hours of sunlight in February, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Canton of Ticino by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Canton of Ticino in February

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

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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 Canton of Ticino

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

Temperature range in Canton of Ticino (February)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Ticino (February)

Lugano

In February Lugano 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
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
155 hours
203 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
75 mm (3 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Ascona

In February Ascona 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
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-3°C (27°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
133 hours
152 hours
203 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Locarno

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

January
February
March
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
155 hours
203 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Brissago

In February Brissago generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°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
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
133 hours
152 hours
203 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Piazzogna

In February Piazzogna generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°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
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
155 hours
203 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions

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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 Ticino in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lugano 8°C (46°F) 0°C (32°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Ascona 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Locarno 5°C (41°F) -4°C (25°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Brissago 6°C (43°F) -3°C (27°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Piazzogna 6°C (43°F) -3°C (27°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Gordola 5°C (41°F) -4°C (25°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)

Canton of Ticino weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

Canton of Ticino, Switzerland typically experiences poor weather in February, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Lugano average around 8°C (46°F), and temperatures drop to about 0°C (32°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Lugano peak at roughly 8°C (46°F) in February, dropping to about 0°C (32°F) overnight.

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

Not particularly. Lugano averages just 75 mm (3 in) of snow/rain in February, making it a mostly dry month for Canton of Ticino, Switzerland.

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

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Lugano. The weather in January, February, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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