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Canberra weather in February (Australian Capital Territory, Australia)

Can you expect sunny skies in Canberra in February? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

Expect perfect weather in Canberra during February, which means high temperatures and moderate rainfall. February is part of the summer season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 27°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 13°C.

Precipitation

Canberra in February usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 69 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 12 days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 258 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, February is one of the better months to visit Canberra. January, February, March, April, October, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June, July and August tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Canberra, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 69 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 59%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 258 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Australia in February

Find out more about the weather in Australia and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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