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New Zealand Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in New Zealand in February.

Thinking about venturing to New Zealand this February and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in New Zealand in February

The weather in New Zealand in February can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Mount Cook Village at 15°C (59°F) to warm in Cable Bay at 25°C (77°F). At night it cools down to 17°C (63°F) in Cable Bay and 6°C (43°F) in Mount Cook Village. On average, February is the month with the highest temperature of the year in New Zealand.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of New Zealand, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tai Tapu with an average of 46 mm (1.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Haast with 330 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Auckland enjoys approximately 196 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in New Zealand in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across New Zealand.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in New Zealand

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Temperature range in New Zealand (February)

Precipitation variation in New Zealand (February)

Auckland

In February Auckland generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
196 hours
189 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Christchurch

In February Christchurch generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
196 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Queenstown

In February Queenstown generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
207 hours
187 hours
Monthly rainfall
143 mm (5.6 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Rotorua

In February Rotorua generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
207 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Taupo

In February Taupo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
224 hours
202 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in New Zealand in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Auckland 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Christchurch 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Queenstown 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Nelson 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Wellington 19°C (66°F) 15°C (59°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Franz Josef 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 280 mm (11 in)

New Zealand weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in New Zealand in February?

February in New Zealand brings perfect weather. In Auckland, daytime temperatures are typically around 25°C (77°F) and nighttime lows hover near 18°C (64°F).

What is the average temperature in New Zealand in February?

Auckland averages a daytime maximum of 25°C (77°F) in February, with overnight lows close to 18°C (64°F).

Does New Zealand get a lot of rain in February?

Rain is generally moderate to light in New Zealand during February, with Auckland averaging close to 82 mm (3.2 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit New Zealand?

We consider February to be one of the best times to travel to New Zealand. Typically, the climate in Auckland is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April and November offering mostly perfect weather in Auckland. The weather in June, July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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