London vs Cologne

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, London edges ahead as the better destination in February. London offers 5 hours of daily sunshine with only 10 rain days, while Cologne sees 5 sunshine hours and 13 rain days.

London is on the cooler side at 8°C, requiring warmer clothing. Cologne is cooler at 6°C.

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

London reaches an average high of 8°C (46°F) and drops to 2°C (36°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 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

London receives approximately 47 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during February. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Cologne sees 72 mm over 13 rain days. That makes London the drier option by 3 rain days and 25 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.