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Average weather for Australia in February

It's warm in February in Australia with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 21°C.

Daily Temperature in February in Australia

Start of February

The month of February starts in Australia with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 21°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.

With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.

Mid February

By mid-February, daytime temps rise to around 29°C, with nights around 21°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.

Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.

End of February

By the end of February, the average daytime temperature in Australia is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.

Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.

In February, there is an average of 162 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.

Australia in February

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Temperature Average temperature
28°C 6°C
Sun Max. temperature
30°C 10°C
Sun Min. temperature
26°C -5°C
Rain Total precipitation
162 mm 82 mm
Rain Rainy days
10 days 11 days

UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.

Is February a good time to visit Australia?

Looking for sun? February isn’t a good month to be in Australia. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.

Temperature records

With 39°C in 2017, Australia reached the highest temperature in February over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 15°C to a highest value of 27°C.

Check out the climate of Australia for all months and discover the best travel time

The climate in Australia is based on weather data from Sydney. Other places, like Gold Coast, Melbourne or Cairns, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Australia to get the full picture of the climate.

Daily Temperature in February in Australia

This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in February for Australia, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.

Daily Temperature in February in Australia

Weather experiences in February in Australia

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Daily Precipitation in February in Australia

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in February for Australia, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.

A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for February, you can expect about 10 days of precipitation in Australia.

Daily Precipitation in February in Australia

Daily UV index in February in Australia

This chart shows the average daily UV index in February in Australia, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.

Daily UV Index in February in Australia

Temperature in February in Australia over the years

This chart shows the average temperature in February in Australia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.

Temperature in February in Australia Over the Years

Total precipitation in February in Australia over the years

This chart shows the average precipitation in February in Australia, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.

Precipitation in February in Australia over the years

Daily weather in February for Australia

Click on any day in February to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Australia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

Weather experiences in February in Australia

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Australia had beautiful sunny weather in February with some warm days. Ideal for a beach vacation, even if the sea was a bit rough at times. A few rainy days, but mostly sunshine.— This text is automatically translated to English

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Average weather in Australia by month

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