Berlin vs Cologne

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Berlin edges ahead as the better destination in February. Berlin offers 5 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Cologne sees 5 sunshine hours and 13 rain days.

Berlin is on the cooler side at 5°C, requiring warmer clothing. Cologne is cooler at 6°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Berlin is the stronger choice in February.

Berlin reaches an average high of 5°C (41°F) and drops to -1°C (30°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Cologne averages 6°C (43°F) for the high and 0°C (32°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in February.

Berlin receives approximately 37 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during February. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Cologne sees 72 mm over 13 rain days. That makes Berlin the drier option by 4 rain days and 35 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.