February in Byron Bay brings high temperatures around 27°C (81°F) during the day, dropping to 22°C (72°F) at night, with the most rainfall of the year.
February in Byron Bay has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
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41-year average (1977-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Byron Bay typically stay consistent throughout February, with daily highs averaging around 27°C (81°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 21°C (70°F).
41-year average (1977-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Byron Bay spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Byron Bay between 1992 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during February.
Find out more about the weather in Australia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Australia in February →
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).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in February. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Expect water temperatures of around 26°C (79°F), which is ideal for taking a refreshing dip. Bring swimwear and consider packing a towel for drying off. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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