February weather forecast
Bern, Switzerland

The leafy landscape, beautiful blue waters, and the city buildings of Bern, Switzerland
The leafy landscape, beautiful blue waters, and the city buildings of Bern, Switzerland

February

Weather in February

In February, Bern eases into the year with similar weather conditions as January, but enjoys an added advantage of more daylight hours. While snowfall remains at peak, there is a slight increase in the temperature. February witnesses a high of 4.7°C (40.5°F) and a low of -3.1°C (26.4°F). The quality of daylight improves by 1.3 hours when compared to that of January. Despite the prevailing frost, February paves the way for spring awaiting at the threshold.

Temperature

With the onset of February in Bern, a modest change to a still icy 4.7°C (40.5°F) from January's 2.8°C (37°F) is noted in high-temperature. The temperature in Bern dips to an average of -3.1°C (26.4°F) during February nights.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity in Bern, Switzerland, is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Bern is February, when the rain falls for 9 days and typically collects 55mm (2.17") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In February, in Bern, Switzerland, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout February, 131mm (5.16") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bern, there are 14.1 snowfall days, and 526mm (20.71") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Bern, Switzerland, is 10h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 17:31. On the last day of February, in Bern, Switzerland, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:14 CET.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 3.1h.

UV index

In Bern, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In February, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Bern in February?
In Bern, 4.7°C (40.5°F) is the average high-temperature and -3.1°C (26.4°F) is the average low-temperature during February.
What is the average humidity in February in Bern?
The average relative humidity in February in Bern is 79%.
What is the driest month in Bern?
February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9 days and accumulates 55mm (2.17") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in February in Bern?
In Bern, Switzerland, during February, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 55mm (2.17") of precipitation.
How much does it snow in Bern in February?
In February, in Bern, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout February, 131mm (5.16") of snow is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Bern have in February?
In Bern, the average day length in February is 10h and 19min.
When are sunrise and sunset in February in Bern?
In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 17:31. On the last day of the month, in Bern, Switzerland, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:14 CET.
How many hours of sunshine does Bern have in February?
In February, the average sunshine duration in Bern is 3.1h.
What is the UV index reading in February in Bern?
In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Bern is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index
Average temperature in February - Bern, Switzerland
Average temperature in February
Bern, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in February: 4.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: -3.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.6°C).

Average humidity in February - Bern, Switzerland
Average humidity in February
Bern, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in February: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (71%).

Average rainfall in February - Bern, Switzerland
Average rainfall in February
Bern, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in February: 55mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (119mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (55mm).

Average rainfall days in February - Bern, Switzerland
Average rainfall days in February
Bern, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in February - Bern, Switzerland
Average snowfall in February
Bern, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in February: 131mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (133mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in February - Bern, Switzerland
Average snowfall days in February
Bern, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in February: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Bern, Switzerland
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Bern, Switzerland
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

Average UV index in February - Bern, Switzerland
Average UV index in February
Bern, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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