Switzerland in February

What to expect in Switzerland in February

February brings cool weather to Switzerland, with daytime highs around 5°C (41°F) and overnight lows near -2°C (28°F). Skies are typically dry with occasional showers, with about 50 mm of rainfall on average. Carnival in Lucerne/Basel.

February is one of Switzerland's busiest months, so book accommodation early and expect queues at the headline sights. Flights and hotels are at peak rates, so use our tracker below to spot any drops. Peak season runs July–August, December–February, for context.

What’s happening in February

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  Basel Carnival (Fasnacht) · Feb–MarSwitzerland’s largest carnival with masked parades starting at 4 AM.

Switzerland in other months

Where else is good to go in February