Zürich

Canton of Zurich Weather in February

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

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Zürich Winterthur Glattbrugg Kloten

Planning a journey to Canton of Zurich, Switzerland 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 Canton of Zurich in February

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

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 7°C (45°F) and nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) in Zürich.

To explore the conditions in Canton of Zurich, Switzerland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Eglisau with an average of 78 mm (3.1 in) to high snow/rainfall in Richterswil with 112 mm (4.4 in). Going by our weather data, this month in Zürich usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Zürich receives about 88 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Canton of Zurich by month

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

January5°C (41°F) February7°C (45°F) March11°C (52°F) April15°C (59°F) May20°C (68°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August25°C (77°F) September20°C (68°F) October15°C (59°F) November9°C (48°F) December6°C (43°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Canton of Zurich in February

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

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 Zurich

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

Temperature range in Canton of Zurich (February)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Zurich (February)

Zürich

In February Zürich generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°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)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
88 hours
146 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Zürich →

Winterthur

In February Winterthur generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°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)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
88 hours
146 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Winterthur →

Glattbrugg

In February Glattbrugg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°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)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
88 hours
146 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Glattbrugg →

Kloten

In February Kloten generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°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)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
88 hours
146 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Kloten →

Wädenswil

In February Wädenswil 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 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
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
88 hours
146 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
15 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 Zurich in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Zürich 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Winterthur 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Glattbrugg 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Kloten 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Wädenswil 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Horgen 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 102 mm (4 in)

Canton of Zurich weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

February in Canton of Zurich, Switzerland brings less favorable weather. In Zürich, daytime temperatures are typically around 7°C (45°F) and nighttime lows hover near -1°C (30°F).

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

In Zürich, the average daytime high in February is 7°C (45°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -1°C (30°F).

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

February is on the drier side in Canton of Zurich, Switzerland. Zürich averages only about 90 mm (3.5 in), with most days staying dry.

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

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly very good weather in Zürich. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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