Zinal weather in February (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)

Is Zinal a good destination in February, weather-wise? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

Typically, February in Zinal includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. During February, you’ll experience the winter season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach -4°C. After dark they usually decrease to around -13°C. With the coldest weather of the year, this month demands extra warmth. Be sure to layer up to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Zinal in February usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 100 mm for the month. The month is marked by minimal rainfall, making it a good time for outdoor activities. Enjoy the dry spell, a great time to go hiking. Expect around 16 days of snow based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 104 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Zinal. June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Zinal, monthly averages in February

Min Temperature -13°C  

Max Temperature -4°C  

Chance of Rain 52%  

Precipitation 100 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 66% *  

Sunshine 104 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 57% *  

Data from: Zermatt, Switzerland (15 KM, 9 Miles).

Where to go in Switzerland in February

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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?

Visitors traveling to Zinal should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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