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Nelson Weather in February

Nelson in February averages 5°C (41°F) during the day and -4°C (25°F) at night. This is part of the winter season, and quite a bit of snow/rainfall is expected this month.

Rainfall in Nelson in February

On average, there are about 16 days with snow/rain during this month, averaging 85 mm (3.3 in). Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Nelson in February

Nelson in February gets highs of 5°C (41°F) during the day and drops to -4°C (25°F) at night. Winter occurs in February. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights drop below freezing to -4°C (25°F). An extra blanket is worth packing if you're unsure about the heating where you're staying.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Nelson. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Nelson Temperature in February

Min Temperature
-4°C (25°F)
Max Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Chance of Rain
54%
Precipitation
85 mm (3.3 in)
Rainy days
16 days

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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 Nelson in February

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Nelson in February. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho.

What To Do in Nelson in February

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

  • Cycling
    3/10
  • Walking
    3/10
  • Barbeque
    1/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    3/10

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