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Saxony Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Saxony, Germany in February.

Considering a trip to Saxony, Germany this February and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Saxony in February

Saxony, Germany is a region in Germany. February in Saxony generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Bärenstein at 2°C (36°F) to cold in Delitzsch at 6°C (43°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C (30°F) in Delitzsch and -5°C (23°F) in Bärenstein.

For specific regional insights in Saxony, Germany, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Delitzsch with an average of 45 mm (1.8 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Schönheide with 74 mm (2.9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during February. Dresden experiences about 78 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Saxony by month

Best Places to Visit in Saxony in February

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

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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 Saxony

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Saxony, Germany?

Temperature range in Saxony (February)

Precipitation variation in Saxony (February)

Dresden

In February Dresden generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°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
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
78 hours
117 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Leipzig

In February Leipzig generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
79 hours
125 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Bad Schandau

In February Bad Schandau generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°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
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
78 hours
117 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Kurort Oberwiesenthal

In February Kurort Oberwiesenthal generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°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
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
40 hours
67 hours
107 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Görlitz

In February Görlitz generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Saxony, in Germany.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Saxony in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Dresden 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Leipzig 6°C (43°F) -1°C (30°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Bad Schandau 4°C (39°F) -3°C (27°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Kurort Oberwiesenthal 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Görlitz 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Meißen 6°C (43°F) -1°C (30°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)

Saxony weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Saxony, Germany in February?

February in Saxony, Germany brings poor weather. In Dresden, daytime temperatures are typically around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime lows hover near -2°C (28°F).

What is the average temperature in Saxony, Germany in February?

Daytime temperatures in Dresden peak at roughly 5°C (41°F) in February, dropping to about -2°C (28°F) overnight.

Does Saxony, Germany get a lot of snow/rain in February?

Not particularly. Dresden averages just 58 mm (2.3 in) of snow/rain in February, making it a mostly dry month for Saxony, Germany.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Saxony, Germany?

In our view, February might not be the best time to travel to Saxony, Germany with often poor weather in Dresden.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Dresden. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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