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Akaroa weather in February (Canterbury, New Zealand)

What can you expect from the weather in Akaroa during February? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Akaroa the weather in February is generally perfect, with pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 20°C. But by evening, they drop to around 14°C. On average, it is the month with the highest temperature of the year.

Akaroa in February usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 47 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 10 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 196 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, February is one of the better months to visit Akaroa. February typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June, July, August and September tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Akaroa climate page with graphs.

 

Akaroa, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 47 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 79% *  
SunshineSunshine 196 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 49% *  
* Data from: Christchurch, New Zealand (49 KM, 30 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in February

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand in February and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Akaroa in February?

For visitors traveling to Akaroa, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in February.

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
7/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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