Late winter · Weather & things to do
Zurich in February
Zurich sees its driest month, with just 2.9 in (73 mm) of rain or snow, highs of 40°F (5°C) and lows of 28°F (-2°C).
With a comfort score of 42/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 40°F (5°C)
- Avg low
- 28°F (-2°C)
- Rain or snow
- 2.9 in (73 mm)
- Humidity
- 86%
- Cloud cover
- 74%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 01 min
- Comfort score
- 42/100 · Tough
What February feels like
Real cold sets in, with afternoon highs around 40°F (5°C).
Average lows of 28°F (-2°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
Expect about 2.9 in (73 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 34°F.
- Comfort improves from 38/100 in January to 42/100.
- Our Swiss Lakes by Rail route recommends May – Oct, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 28°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 2.9 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Zurich in February
With highs near 40°F, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Swiss National Museum
Castle-like museum of Swiss history next to the main station.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 40°F.
Confiserie Sprüngli
Zurich's chocolatier since 1836, famous for Luxemburgerli macarons.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 40°F.
Kunsthaus Zürich
Major art museum with Swiss and modern collections.
Why now A way to spend part of a cold day out of the wind.
Kronenhalle
Classic restaurant and bar with Chagall and Picasso on the walls.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Zeughauskeller
Beer hall in a 1487 armory serving Zürcher Geschnetzeltes and sausages.
Why now A cozy break on a 40°F day.
Nearby in February
- Lucerne in February~25 mi · highs 42°F, 3.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Andermatt in February~53 mi · highs 26°F, 2.6 in rain or snow · 8°C (15°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Interlaken in February~57 mi · highs 41°F, 2.7 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Colmar in February~74 mi · highs 44°F, 1.9 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~567 m to Zurich's ~408 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.
Zurich in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Zurich?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 42/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are September. Expect highs of 40°F (5°C) and 2.9 in (73 mm) of rain or snow. Our Swiss Lakes by Rail route recommends May – Oct, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Zurich in February?
Average highs are 40°F (5°C) and average lows 28°F (-2°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Zurich in February?
Some: about 2.9 in (73 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 51.6 in (1311 mm).
What should I pack for Zurich in February?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 28°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 2.9 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Zurich 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.