February weather forecast
Saint Gallen, Switzerland

The Abbey Cathedral of Saint Gall in Saint Gallen, Switzerland
The Abbey Cathedral of Saint Gall in Saint Gallen, Switzerland

February

Weather in February

The February climate in Saint Gallen, Switzerland continues the winter trend established in January, but with subtle changes. Landscapes remain adorned by snow, but the tables gradually start turning as the month progresses. A retreat in the severity of winters begins to appear with temperatures beginning to display an upward trend compared to January. A slightly less snowfall occurs, marking the transition towards warmer months. An overall damp atmosphere persists, enhancing the February winter experience.

Temperature

Transitioning into February, Saint Gallen experiences an average high-temperature of a still icy 3.7°C (38.7°F), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. In Saint Gallen, the February nights cool down to an average low of -2.8°C (27°F).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Saint Gallen, in February, during 9.5 rainfall days, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Saint Gallen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.8 days and collects up to 1006mm (39.61") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Saint Gallen, in February, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 274mm (10.79") of snow. In Saint Gallen, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.7 days and aggregates up to 1345mm (52.95") of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:48 and sunset at 17:22. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 18:06 CET.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during February leads to these advisories:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during February?
February temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 3.7°C (38.7°F) and a low-temperature of -2.8°C (27°F).
What is the average humidity in February?
In February, the average relative humidity is 84%.
How many days does it rain in February?
In Saint Gallen, in February, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 60mm (2.36") of accumulated precipitation.
How much does it snow in February?
In February, it is snowing for 12.6 days. Throughout February, 274mm (10.79") of snow is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Saint Gallen have in February?
In Saint Gallen, the average day length in February is 10h and 17min.
When are sunrise and sunset in February?
In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:48 and sunset at 17:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 18:06 CET.
What are the months with the least sunshine?
The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in February?
The average sunshine duration in February is 5.1h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index in Saint Gallen are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
How high is the UV index in February?
In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Saint Gallen is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in February - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average temperature in February
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in February: 3.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: -2.8°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (12.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2.9°C).

Average pressure in February - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average pressure in February
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in February: 1017.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.7mbar).

Average wind speed in February - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average wind speed in February
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7km/h).

Average humidity in February - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average humidity in February
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in February: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in February - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average rainfall in February
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in February: 60mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (126mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (52mm).

Average rainfall days in February - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average rainfall days in February
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in February - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average snowfall in February
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in February: 274mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (353mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in February - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average snowfall days in February
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in February: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in February - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average sunshine days in February
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in February: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.6 days).

Average UV index in February - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average UV index in February
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average cloud cover in February
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in February: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in February - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average visibility in February
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in February: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, September and December (8km).

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