Chamonix or Davos in February?
On climate data, Chamonix comes out ahead overall in February. See the per-criterion details below.
ChamonixPhoto: Alain Bourque · CC BY 3.0
DavosPhoto: Edgar El · CC BY 3.0Key figures in February
| Criterion | Chamonix | Davos |
|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | -2 °C | -3 °C |
| Average daily low | -10 °C | -12 °C |
| Rainy days | 11 rainy days (est.) ★ | 12 rainy days (est.) |
| Sun | 3 h/day | 3 h/day |
| Humidity | 86 % | 89 % |
Winner by travel type
Chamonix or Davos in February: the short answer
In February, Chamonix comes out ahead on the overall climate score (Chamonix 34/100 vs Davos 30/100). That is a snapshot of one month, though — which one truly fits depends on what you want from the trip, so the breakdown below goes criterion by criterion.
This comparison focuses on February as a representative month for the pair; for any other month, use each destination's month-by-month pages. Across the whole year Chamonix averages a climate score of 40/100, Davos 32/100. Both profiles below are historical monthly averages, not a forecast.
Weather in February, side by side
The average daily high is about -2 °C in Chamonix and -3 °C in Davos — warmer in Chamonix. Average daily lows are around -10 °C versus -12 °C.
On rain, Chamonix sees about 11 rainy days in February and Davos about 12 — drier in Chamonix. Sunshine is comparable (3 vs 3 hours a day).
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Chamonix records roughly 167 rainy days and Davos about 201 — the drier of the two overall is Chamonix. At their sunniest, Chamonix reaches about 8 hours of sun a day (June) and Davos about 7 (June). If dependable dry, sunny weather is your top priority, weigh these annual totals alongside the single month above.
Best time to visit each
Climatically, Chamonix is at its best in August, while Davos has no clear standout month. If your dates are fixed, pick the destination whose strong season overlaps them; if you are flexible, plan around these windows.
Which suits which kind of trip
Based on the February scores for each travel style:
City breaks: Chamonix scores higher in February (Chamonix 38 vs Davos 35).
Active & hiking: Chamonix scores higher in February (Chamonix 32 vs Davos 28).
Family: Chamonix scores higher in February (Chamonix 32 vs Davos 28).
Verdict: which should you pick?
In February, Chamonix leads across every scored category here — the overall score and each travel type — so on the climate data it is the clearer pick this month. Over the year, Chamonix carries the higher overall climate score. Your own priority (sun, sea, low rain or sightseeing comfort) still matters, and the month-by-month pages for each destination give you the full picture before you book.