Weather in February in Vaud
Considering a trip to Vaud this February and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Vaud in February?
Vaud is a region in Switzerland. February in Vaud generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During February, winter is in full swing.
Temperatures
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Taveyannaz at 1°C to cold in Mies at 7°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -2°C in Mies and -9°C in Taveyannaz. In many areas in Switzerland, February brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.
Precipitation
In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Yvonand with an average of 99 mm to high snow/rainfall in Rougemont with 137 mm.Average sunshine
The city Villars-sur-Ollon usually sees around 132 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.For specific regional insights in Vaud for February, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Vaud climate page.
Where to go in Vaud in February
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in February for the 5 most popular destinations in Vaud?
Villars-sur-Ollon
In February Villars-sur-Ollon generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Lausanne
In February Lausanne generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Chateau-d'Oex
In February Chateau-d'Oex generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Ollon
In February Ollon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Montreux
In February Montreux generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Vaud, in Switzerland.
Is February the best time to visit Vaud?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Villars-sur-Ollon, February may not be the ideal time to visit Vaud.
On average, the best time to visit Vaud is in August with generally tolerable weather in Villars-sur-Ollon. The weather in January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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