If you plan to visit Bern in February, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +43°F during the day and approximately 5 sunny days. Expect some snowy, though, as there are typically 8 snowy days in the month and around 65 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+43°F
Avg. max. temperature
-2°F
Min.
+66°F
Max.
65 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Bern has OK weather in February.
Average temperature in Bern in February
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Bern for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +59°F during the day to a minimum of +21°F during the night, the temperature in February averages around +46°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 14% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +43°F to +37°F.
Is Bern warm or cold in February?
Bern is typically chill in February.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +39°F to +43°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +28°F to +28°F.
Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
February is one of the coolest months in Bern, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Bern in February
Bern weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
January
February
March
Avg. temperature
+39°F
+43°F
+50°F
Min. temperature
-8°F
-2°F
+5°F
Max. temperature
+61°F
+66°F
+75°F
Rainfall
76 mm
65 mm
89 mm
Wind
1 m/s
1 m/s
1 m/s
Humidity
82%
78%
74%
Air pressure
1020 HPa
1018 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
3
5
6
Cloudy days
11
8
7
Rainy days
7
7
12
Snowy days
10
8
6
February weather is still as ok as in January.It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +39°F to +43°F during the day.As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 76 mm to 65 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 82% to 78%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 1 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in February, from 3 to 5.
March brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Bern in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 9 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Bern is gradually increasing during February, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Bern based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 18% chance of rain on an average day in February, with total rainfall of approximately 10 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 4 mm, which is considered light rain.On average, there are about 5 rainy days during February, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Bern wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 55% chance of precipitation and 164 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 24% chance of precipitation and 65 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during February in Bern based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 4% chance of snow on an average day in February, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 1 mm.
February is one of the snowiest months in Bern.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last February in Bern?
This is the weather in Bern in February 2023:
1 February
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+43°F
2 February
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+45°F
3 February
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+47°F
4 February
🌧️
+46°F
5 February
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+40°F
6 February
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+38°F
7 February
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+39°F
8 February
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+32°F
9 February
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+40°F
10 February
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+42°F
11 February
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+46°F
12 February
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+47°F
13 February
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+48°F
14 February
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+52°F
15 February
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+54°F
16 February
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+55°F
17 February
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+56°F
18 February
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+58°F
19 February
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+56°F
20 February
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+58°F
21 February
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+59°F
22 February
🌧️
+56°F
23 February
☁️
+55°F
24 February
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+58°F
25 February
☁️
+46°F
26 February
🌨️
+36°F
27 February
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+34°F
28 February
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+37°F
In February 2023 Bern had 14 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +46°F, with an absolute maximum of +59°F and a minimum of +32°F. The average humidity was 71%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 36%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in February?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Bern climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Bern in February has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+54°F) and the highest in 2022 (+62°F). The driest year was 2003 with only 973 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2002 with 1659 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Bern in February:
Is February a good time to visit Bern?
It’s always a good time to visit Bern, but the weather is changeable in February, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Bern in February?
Not really, February is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Is Bern rainy in February?
Bern is often rainy in February. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Bern in February?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Bern in February, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Switzerland
Check out the weather for other cities in Switzerland.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Bern, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.