February weather forecast
Sion, Switzerland

February

Weather in February

In consistent pattern with January, February's weather in Sion features the similar average temperatures from -11°C (12.2°F) to -2.3°C (27.9°F). The month, however, holds marginally more daylight hours, marking subtle inroads towards Swiss spring. There is still a reasonable amount of snowfall, though it lessens towards the month's end. Wintry conditions mean a higher likelihood of cloud cover throughout February. Nevertheless, winter sports enthusiasts will find the weather conditions ideal.

Temperature

With February's arrival, Sion's weather records an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold -2.3°C (27.9°F), marking little difference from January's -2.5°C (27.5°F). Sion usually reports an average low-temperature of -11°C (12.2°F) during the month of February.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in Sion is 89%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout February, 89mm (3.5") of precipitation is accumulated. In Sion, during the entire year, the rain falls for 233.7 days and collects up to 1378mm (54.25") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sion are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 10.2 days and typically aggregates up to 167mm (6.57") of snow.

Daylight

In Sion, Switzerland, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:53 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:15 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Sion, Switzerland, is 4.9h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in February leads to these guidelines:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Sion in February?
In Sion, -2.3°C (27.9°F) is the average high-temperature and -11°C (12.2°F) is the average low-temperature during February.
What is the average humidity in February in Sion?
The average relative humidity in February in Sion, Switzerland, is 89%.
How much does it rain in Sion in February?
In Sion, Switzerland, in February, during 13.8 rainfall days, 89mm (3.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the snowiest month in Sion?
The month with the most snowfall in Sion is February, when snow falls for 10.2 days and typically aggregates up to 167mm (6.57") of snow.
How many days does it snow in February in Sion?
In Sion, in February, during 10.2 snowfall days, 167mm (6.57") of snow is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Sion have in February?
In February, the average day length is 10h and 22min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Sion?
In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:53 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of the month, in Sion, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:15 CET.
How long on average sun shines in February in Sion?
In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.
What is the UV index reading in February in Sion?
The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in February - Sion, Switzerland
Average temperature in February
Sion, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in February: -2.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (16.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: -11°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (6.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-11°C).

Average pressure in February - Sion, Switzerland
Average pressure in February
Sion, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in February: 1017.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.2mbar).

Average wind speed in February - Sion, Switzerland
Average wind speed in February
Sion, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in February: 7.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in February - Sion, Switzerland
Average humidity in February
Sion, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in February: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (79%).

Average rainfall in February - Sion, Switzerland
Average rainfall in February
Sion, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in February: 89mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (177mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (76mm).

Average rainfall days in February - Sion, Switzerland
Average rainfall days in February
Sion, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in February: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (25.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.8 days).

Average snowfall in February - Sion, Switzerland
Average snowfall in February
Sion, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in February: 167mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (167mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in February - Sion, Switzerland
Average snowfall days in February
Sion, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in February: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February - Sion, Switzerland
Average sunshine days in February
Sion, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in February: 8.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (2.8 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February - Sion, Switzerland
Average cloud cover in February
Sion, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in February: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in February - Sion, Switzerland
Average visibility in February
Sion, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in February: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, October and November (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).

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