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Cromwell Weather in February
February in Cromwell brings pleasant temperatures around 19°C (66°F) during the day, dropping to 8°C (46°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 91 mm (3.6 in) for the month.
Rainfall in Cromwell in February
Records from the past 30 years suggest around 6 days of rain, with 91 mm (3.6 in) average for the month. Although rain is not especially frequent, individual showers can still be quite heavy.
Temperature in Cromwell in February
February in Cromwell brings pleasant temperatures, with highs of 19°C (66°F) and nights around 8°C (46°F). Experience the summer season in February. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With overnight lows of 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets. On average, it is the month with the highest temperature of the year.
Sunshine in Cromwell in February
The city usually sees around 201 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days , a great month for sightseeing.If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, February is a great time to visit.
Cromwell Temperature in February
Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Chance of Rain
21%
Precipitation
91 mm (3.6 in)
Rainy days
6 days
Sunshine
201 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Wanaka, New Zealand (38 KM, 24 Miles).
Cromwell Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
30-year average (1996-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Cromwell typically stay consistent throughout February, with daily highs averaging around 19°C (66°F). Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 8°C (46°F) to 10°C (50°F).
Average temperatures in February
Daily Historical Precipitation
30-year average (1996-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in February
Historical weather records for Cromwell in February
Browse day-by-day weather records for Cromwell spanning 32 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Cromwell historical weather extremes in February
According to our 30 years of weather records for Cromwell, the following extremes were recorded between 1996 and 2026.
- Cromwell recorded its highest February temperature of 31°C (88°F) on February 3, 2005.
- The lowest daytime temperature in February was 8°C (46°F), recorded on February 21, 2003.
- The coldest night in February in Cromwell was on February 24, 2014, with a minimum of -1°C (30°F).
- Peak precipitation in February occurred on February 23, 2012, when 49 mm (1.9 in) of precipitation was measured.
Best Places 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. See all of New Zealand in February →
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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).
What to Wear in Cromwell in February
Pleasant temperatures in February mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in Cromwell in February
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling9/10 -
Walking9/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
Cromwell 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in February
Where to go in February - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Auckland
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