February · France
Best time to visit Chamonix in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Chamonix in February
Average temperature 2°C, 85 mm of rain, about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 65% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
6.7/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 2°C
- Rainfall
- 85 mm
- Humidity
- 65%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 21
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
February in Chamonix scores 6.7/10 for snow and ski travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 2°C, 85 mm of rain, and roughly 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Alpine ski slopes and glacial panoramas reach their peak in the crisp, snow-laden heart of January.
February in Chamonix: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
February averages 2°C (36°F), cold enough that sightseeing works in bursts rather than in one long day on foot.
At 85 mm of water-equivalent precipitation this is a snowy month at resort level — that is snowpack, not lost days — with about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.4 hours of daylight.
It scores 6.7/10 here, 3rd of 12 months, against 8.3/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a packable rain layer, goggles and a helmet if you are not renting.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? January scores 1.6 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Chamonix in February?
- In February, Chamonix averages 2°C, 85 mm of rain, and about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.7/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Chamonix?
- February earns a 6.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Chamonix in February?
- Expect about 85 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 65% and there are about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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