Winterthur weather in February (Canton of Zurich, Switzerland)

What should you pack for a trip to Winterthur in February? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In February, Winterthur typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Experience the winter season in February. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 7°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to -1°C.

Precipitation

Winterthur in February usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 81 mm for the month. The driest month offers ideal conditions for outdoor fun and exploration. Enjoy the dry spell without the worry of rain disruptions. Historically, the month has about 14 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 88 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Winterthur. September generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Winterthur climate page with graphs.

 

Winterthur, monthly averages in February

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 46%  

Precipitation 81 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 77% *  

Windspeed 11 km/h *  

Sunshine 88 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 34% *  

* Data from: Zürich, Switzerland (17 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in Switzerland in February

Find out more about the weather in Switzerland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Winterthur.

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