Italy Bologna Weather in February — Climate Guide
February in Bologna is moderate
Bologna Weather in February — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 9° / 1°
- Rainfall
- 45mm · 7 days
- Crowds
- Quiet
As of 2026, Bologna in February averages a high of 9°C and low of 1°C with 45mm of rain over about 7 days. Late winter — around 9°C/1°C, still cold and sometimes foggy but slightly milder than January. A warm coat, scarf, and gloves; layers for the day-night swing.
February is moderate for Bologna.
February in Bologna is still cold but edging toward spring. It averages 9°C/1°C with low rainfall and some fog, and remains a quiet, good-value month.
The Carnevale season brings local festivities and seasonal sweets — fried frappe (chiacchiere) and castagnole appear in pastry-shop windows. It's a low-key but charming time in a student city.
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Bologna February Weather Stats
Avg High
9°C
Avg Low
1°C
Rainy Days
7
45mm total
Sunshine
4h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
damp
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
9 km/h
Gusts 19
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
February Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
33 μg/m³
PM10
52 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
7°C
Nighttime
-1°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
9 km/h
Max gust 19 km/h
Activities Recommended for February
February Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Cheap hotels and few crowds
- Carnevale sweets and local events
- Porticoes for all-weather walking
- Winter comfort food in season
Cons
- Still cold, with cold snaps and fog
- Limited outdoor café life
- Short-ish, often grey days
- Spring not yet arrived
February Events & Festivals
- Carnival (Carnevale) season — local events and sweets (fritelle, frappe)
- Valentine's Day (Feb 14)
- Low season — cheap hotels continue
- Winter comfort food still at its best
Bologna in February — Full Picture
February in Bologna is still cold but edging toward spring. It averages 9°C/1°C with low rainfall and some fog, and remains a quiet, good-value month.
The Carnevale season brings local festivities and seasonal sweets — fried frappe (chiacchiere) and castagnole appear in pastry-shop windows. It's a low-key but charming time in a student city.
Hotels stay cheap and the sights uncrowded, so it's a strong value window. The porticoes again make it easy to explore in any weather, and the comfort food (tortellini in brodo, ragù, lasagne) is still perfectly in season.
Late February occasionally sees milder, sunnier days, hinting at spring, though cold snaps and fog still come through. It's a good month for an indoor-leaning itinerary — San Petronio, the Archiginnasio's Anatomical Theatre, Santo Stefano, and long market grazes.
Note: it can still be genuinely cold and grey, days are short-ish, and outdoor café life is limited. Pack for winter, not spring.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Late winter — around 9°C/1°C, still cold and sometimes foggy but slightly milder than January. A warm coat, scarf, and gloves; layers for the day-night swing.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
18.3°C
8°C
8.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
29.7°C
17.7°C
6.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
20°C
10.7°C
9/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current7.3°C
0.7°C
7.3/mo
Bologna Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6° | 0° | 7d·45mm | 3h | 85% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 9° | 1° | 7d·45mm | 4h | 80% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 14° | 4° | 8d·55mm | 5h | 75% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 18° | 8° | 9d·65mm | 6h | 70% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 23° | 12° | 9d·60mm | 7h | 68% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| 27° | 16° | 8d·55mm | 8h | 65% | 8 | Busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 19° | 5d·40mm | 9h | 60% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 18° | 6d·50mm | 8.5h | 62% | 8 | Quiet | Low season | |
| September (Best) | 27° | 15° | 8d·70mm | 7h | 68% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| October (Best) | 20° | 11° | 9d·80mm | 5h | 75% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| 13° | 6° | 10d·80mm | 3h | 82% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 7° | 1° | 8d·55mm | 2.5h | 85% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is February a good time to visit Bologna?
Bologna in February is moderate. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Bologna in February?
Bologna February averages a high of 9°C and a low of 1°C.
Does it rain much in Bologna in February?
Bologna February averages 45mm of rainfall over about 7 rainy days.
What should I wear in Bologna in February?
Late winter — around 9°C/1°C, still cold and sometimes foggy but slightly milder than January. A warm coat, scarf, and gloves; layers for the day-night swing.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Bologna in February?
Bologna February sunrise is 07:10 and sunset is 17:40, with 10h 30min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Bologna in February?
Bologna February air quality (AQI) averages 72, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 33μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Bologna in February?
In February, Bologna is great for Indoor sights and the Anatomical Theatre, Carnevale sweets and pastry shops, Comfort food at cozy trattorias.
Is February peak season in Bologna?
Bologna February crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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