Balclutha weather in February (Otago, New Zealand)

Is Balclutha a good destination in February, weather-wise? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

The month of February in Balclutha typically brings pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 19°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 10°C. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.

Precipitation

Balclutha in February usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 88 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 12 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 165 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, February is a great time to visit. February, March and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June and July tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Balclutha, monthly averages in February

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 88 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 77% *  

Sunshine 165 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 44% *  

* Data from: Dunedin, New Zealand (49 KM, 30 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in February

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

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

For visitors traveling to Balclutha, 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.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Balclutha.

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