The weather in February in New Zealand
It's warm in February in New Zealand with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 24°C to a high of 26°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 20°C.
Looking for great weather? February is a good time to be in New Zealand. 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 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 29°C in 2022, New Zealand reached the highest temperature in February over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Rainfall amount
In February, there is an average of 87 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in February for New Zealand
Click on any day in February to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in New Zealand. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
February weather comparison
| New Zealand | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 25°C | 6°C |
| Max. temperature | 26°C | 10°C |
| Min. temperature | 15°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 11 days |
Start of February
The month of February starts in New Zealand with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 19°C.
Mid February
By mid-February, daytime temps stay steady at around 25°C, with nights around 18°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of February
By the end of February, the average daytime temperature in New Zealand is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°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 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 New Zealand
Temperature in February in New Zealand over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in February in 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 New Zealand
Total precipitation in February in New Zealand over the years
Daily UV index in February in New Zealand
This chart shows the average daily UV index in February in New Zealand, 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 New Zealand by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for New Zealand. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.