Franz Josef Weather in February
Thinking of visiting Franz Josef in February? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 17°C (63°F) during the day, dropping to 10°C (50°F) at night. Heavy showers are common during the rainy season.
Rainfall in Franz Josef in February
As part of the rainy season, Franz Josef sees around 12 days of rain in February, with an average of 280 mm (11 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours.
Temperature in Franz Josef in February
Franz Josef in February gets highs of 17°C (63°F) during the day and drops to 10°C (50°F) at night. This month falls in the summer season. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With lows around 10°C (50°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep. On average, it sees the highest temps of the year.For additional travel inspiration, our weather planner can help you discover destinations worldwide.
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit New Zealand, check out our Franz Josef's climate page.
Franz Josef Temperature in February
Min Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Max Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Chance of Rain
41%
Precipitation
280 mm (11 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Historical weather for Franz Josef in February
Browse day-by-day weather records for Franz Josef spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Franz Josef historical weather extremes in February
Our historical data for Franz Josef spans 2006 to 2026, revealing these weather extremes.
- The hottest February day on record in Franz Josef reached 28°C (82°F) (February 6, 2024).
- The coldest February day was on February 5, 2015, with a maximum of 3°C (37°F).
- The coldest night in February in Franz Josef was on February 6, 2015, with a minimum of -5°C (23°F).
- Peak precipitation in February occurred on February 1, 2018, when 167 mm (6.6 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 →
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
What to Wear in Franz Josef in February
Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in February. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions.What To Do in Franz Josef in February
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit New Zealand, check out our Franz Josef's climate page.
See the full Franz Josef climate overview or explore weather in New Zealand.
