Nelson weather in February (Nelson Region, New Zealand)

How is February weather typically in Nelson? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

The weather in Nelson is usually perfect in February, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. February marks the summer season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 21°C, while night temperatures can drop to 14°C. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.

Precipitation

Nelson in February usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 90 mm for the month. Expect the least amount of rain this month, providing an excellent opportunity for outdoor activities. Enjoy the freedom of clear skies and dry conditions. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 7 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 235 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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

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

 

Nelson, monthly averages in February

Min Temperature 14°C  

Max Temperature 21°C  

Chance of Rain 25%  

Precipitation 90 mm  

Rainy days 7 days  

Humidity 79%  

Sunshine 235 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 Nelson, 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.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Barbeque

8/10

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 Nelson.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to New Zealand? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in New Zealand. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.