New ZealandThe weather in February in Kaikoura
It's pleasantly warm in February in Kaikoura with an average temperature of 21°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 19°C to a high of 26°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 16°C.
Looking for great weather? February is a good time to be in Kaikoura. 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 Kaikoura, 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 33°C in 2020, Kaikoura reached the highest temperature in February over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 7°C to a highest value of 20°C.
Rainfall amount
In February, there is an average of 95 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in February for Kaikoura
Click on any day in February to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kaikoura. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
February weather comparison
| Kaikoura | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 21°C | 6°C |
| Max. temperature | 26°C | 10°C |
| Min. temperature | 10°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 11 days |
Start of February
The month of February starts in Kaikoura with warm temps, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights around 14°C.
Mid February
By mid-February, daytime temps drop to around 21°C, with nights around 15°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 Kaikoura is around 21°C, while nighttime temps are about 14°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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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 Kaikoura, 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 Kaikoura
Temperature in February in Kaikoura over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in February in Kaikoura, 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 Kaikoura
Total precipitation in February in Kaikoura over the years
Daily UV index in February in Kaikoura
This chart shows the average daily UV index in February in Kaikoura, 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 Kaikoura by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kaikoura. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.