New ZealandThe weather in February in Canterbury
It's warm in February in Canterbury with an average temperature of 23°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 20°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 15°C.
Looking for great weather? February is a good time to be in Canterbury. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in February for Canterbury, New Zealand. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2020, Canterbury reached the highest temperature in February over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 11°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 2°C to a highest value of 23°C.
Rainfall amount
In February, there is an average of 56 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in February for Canterbury
Click on any day in February to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Canterbury. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
February weather comparison
| Canterbury | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 23°C | 6°C |
| Max. temperature | 27°C | 10°C |
| Min. temperature | 11°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 56 mm | 82 mm |
| Rainy days | 9 days | 11 days |
Start of February
The month of February starts in Canterbury with warm temps, averaging around 24°C during the day and nights around 13°C.
Mid February
By mid-February, daytime temps stay steady at around 24°C, with nights around 13°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of February
By the end of February, the average daytime temperature in Canterbury is around 23°C, while nighttime temps are about 13°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in February in Canterbury, New Zealand. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in February in Canterbury
Temperature in February in Canterbury over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in February in Canterbury, New Zealand. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in February in Canterbury
Total precipitation in February in Canterbury over the years
Daily UV index in February in Canterbury
This chart shows the average daily UV index in February in Canterbury, 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.
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Average weather in Canterbury by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Canterbury. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.