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Nuremberg in February
Nuremberg edges warmer than January, with highs of 39°F (4°C), lows of 26°F (-3°C) and about 1.7 in (44 mm) of rain or snow.
With a comfort score of 45/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 39°F (4°C)
- Avg low
- 26°F (-3°C)
- Rain or snow
- 1.7 in (44 mm)
- Humidity
- 90%
- Cloud cover
- 75%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 52 min
- Comfort score
- 45/100 · Fair
What February feels like
Real cold sets in, with afternoon highs around 39°F (4°C).
Average lows of 26°F (-3°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
About 1.7 in (44 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with lows well below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 75%.
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May – September.
- Comfort improves from 41/100 in January to 45/100.
- Our Würzburg, Bamberg & Nuremberg route is planned for Late Nov – Dec 23, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — February falls outside it.
What to pack for February
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 26°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Nuremberg in February
With highs near 39°F, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Bratwursthäusle
Grill house beside St. Sebaldus serving finger-sized Nürnberger Rostbratwürste over a beechwood fire.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 39°F.
Kaiserburg
The imperial castle on the sandstone ridge above the old town, with the Sinwell Tower and a 50-metre well.
Germanisches Nationalmuseum
Germany's largest museum of cultural history, from Dürer paintings to the oldest surviving globe.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 39°F.
Markt der Partnerstädte
Stalls from Nuremberg's twin cities around the world on the Rathausplatz, beside St. Sebaldus.
Why now A way to spend part of a cold day out of the wind.
Christkindlesmarkt
Around 180 red-and-white striped stalls fill the Hauptmarkt, selling Lebkuchen, plum-people figures and Glühwein.
Nearby in February
- Bamberg in February~31 mi · highs 39°F, 1.9 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Rothenburg ob der Tauber in February~40 mi · highs 38°F, 1.7 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Würzburg in February~56 mi · highs 40°F, 1.7 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Munich in February~94 mi · highs 39°F, 2.4 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Nuremberg in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Nuremberg?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 45/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are May – September. Expect highs of 39°F (4°C) and 1.7 in (44 mm) of rain or snow.
How cold is Nuremberg in February?
Average highs are 39°F (4°C) and average lows 26°F (-3°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Nuremberg in February?
Not much: about 1.7 in (44 mm) of rain or snow falls across February on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 27.8 in (707 mm).
What should I pack for Nuremberg in February?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 26°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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