Late winter · Weather & things to do
Interlaken in February
Interlaken sees its driest month, with just 2.7 in (69 mm) of rain or snow, highs of 41°F (5°C) and lows of 26°F (-4°C).
With a comfort score of 43/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 41°F (5°C)
- Avg low
- 26°F (-4°C)
- Rain or snow
- 2.7 in (69 mm)
- Humidity
- 87%
- Cloud cover
- 74%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 04 min
- Comfort score
- 43/100 · Tough
What February feels like
Afternoons only reach about 41°F (5°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
Average lows of 26°F (-4°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
Expect about 2.7 in (69 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because nights fall well below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are September.
- Last month with freezing nights on average; by March, lows rise to 33°F.
- Comfort improves from 40/100 in January to 43/100.
- Our Swiss Lakes by Rail route recommends May – Oct, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Insulated jackethighs only 41°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 26°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 2.7 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Interlaken in February
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
Jungfraujoch
Rail trip to Europe's highest railway station, with glacier views.
Restaurant Schuh
Classic Swiss restaurant and confectioner on the Höhematte park.
Lake Brienz Cruise
BLS boat from Interlaken Ost across turquoise water to Brienz.
Trümmelbach Falls
Glacial falls thundering inside the mountain, reached by a tunnel lift.
Rugenbräu
Local brewery in Matten bei Interlaken with tours and a shop.
Nearby in February
- Lucerne in February~33 mi · highs 42°F, 3.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Andermatt in February~34 mi · highs 26°F, 2.6 in rain or snow · 9°C (16°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Zermatt in February~47 mi · highs 30°F, 2.0 in rain or snow · 6°C (12°F) cooler by day, drier
- Zurich in February~57 mi · highs 40°F, 2.9 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,854 m to Interlaken's ~569 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Interlaken in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Interlaken?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 43/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are September. Expect highs of 41°F (5°C) and 2.7 in (69 mm) of rain or snow. Our Swiss Lakes by Rail route recommends May – Oct, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Interlaken in February?
Average highs are 41°F (5°C) and average lows 26°F (-4°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Interlaken in February?
Some: about 2.7 in (69 mm) of rain or snow falls across February on average, the driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 54.3 in (1379 mm).
What should I pack for Interlaken in February?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 41°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 26°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 2.7 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Interlaken
Planning Interlaken in February?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.