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Rothenburg ob der Tauber in February
Rothenburg ob der Tauber edges warmer than January, with highs of 38°F (3°C), lows of 25°F (-4°C) and about 1.7 in (43 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
- 38°F (3°C)
- Avg low
- 25°F (-4°C)
- Rain or snow
- 1.7 in (43 mm)
- Humidity
- 89%
- Cloud cover
- 75%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 52 min
- Comfort score
- 45/100 · Fair
What February feels like
It's cold: daytime highs average just 38°F (3°C), so build the days around warm stops.
Average lows of 25°F (-4°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
About 1.7 in (43 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with temperatures averaging below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 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 Bavaria & the Romantic Road route recommends May – Oct, Dec, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 25°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Rothenburg ob der Tauber in February
With highs near 38°F, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Town Walls
Covered walkway along the medieval walls.
Zur Höll
Wine tavern in one of the town's oldest buildings with Franconian wines.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 38°F.
St. Jakob's Church
Gothic church holding Riemenschneider's Holy Blood Altar.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 38°F.
Reichsküchenmeister
Hotel restaurant near St. Jakob serving Franconian roasts and dumplings.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Gasthof Goldener Greifen
Franconian cooking in a 14th-century inn.
Why now A cozy break on a 38°F day.
Nearby in February
- Würzburg in February~30 mi · highs 40°F, 1.7 in rain or snow · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Nuremberg in February~40 mi · highs 39°F, 1.7 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Bamberg in February~47 mi · highs 39°F, 1.9 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Munich in February~107 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.
Rothenburg ob der Tauber in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Rothenburg ob der Tauber?
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 38°F (3°C) and 1.7 in (43 mm) of rain or snow. Our Bavaria & the Romantic Road route recommends May – Oct, Dec, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Rothenburg ob der Tauber in February?
Average highs are 38°F (3°C) and average lows 25°F (-4°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Rothenburg ob der Tauber in February?
Not much: about 1.7 in (43 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 26.9 in (684 mm).
What should I pack for Rothenburg ob der Tauber in February?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 25°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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