Temperature in New Zealand in February

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across New Zealand this February.

New Zealand, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in February ranging from 15°C (59°F) in Mount Cook Village to 25°C (77°F) in Cable Bay. Nighttime temperatures generally drop 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.

What is the temperature of the different cities in New Zealand in February?

Discover the typical February temperatures for the most popular locations of New Zealand on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in February: blue is cold, red is hot.

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New Zealand temperatures in February: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in New Zealand in February?

Expect daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Auckland. That makes February a high month for New Zealand.

How cold does it get at night in New Zealand in February?

Auckland sees nighttime lows close to 18°C (64°F) in February.

What is the warmest city in February in New Zealand?

According to our recent database analysis, Cable Bay is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 25°C (77°F) and rarely drops below 17°C (63°F) during the night.

What is the coldest city in February in New Zealand?

For the month of February, Mount Cook Village is the most temperate city in New Zealand based on our records. Highs average 15°C (59°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 6°C (43°F).

How much sun does New Zealand get in February?

Across New Zealand, sunshine in February ranges from moderately sunny in Dunedin (165 hours) to sunny in Motueka (241 hours).

What is the water temperature in February?

Across New Zealand, sea temperatures in February range from cold at 13°C (55°F) in Invercargill to good at 21°C (70°F) in Paihia — so swimming conditions depend on which coast you pick.

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