Taranaki Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Taranaki, New Zealand in February.

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New Plymouth Stratford Hawera Oakura

Planning a trip to Taranaki, New Zealand this February? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Taranaki in February

Taranaki, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. February in Taranaki generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) in New Plymouth. On average, February is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Taranaki, New Zealand.

For specific regional insights in Taranaki, New Zealand, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hawera with an average of 82 mm (3.2 in) to high rainfall in New Plymouth with 114 mm (4.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. New Plymouth enjoys about 224 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Taranaki by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Taranaki — and find the best time to visit. (based on New Plymouth)

January21°C (70°F) February21°C (70°F) March20°C (68°F) April18°C (64°F) May16°C (61°F) June15°C (59°F) This monthJuly14°C (57°F) August14°C (57°F) September15°C (59°F) October16°C (61°F) November17°C (63°F) December19°C (66°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Taranaki in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Taranaki.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Taranaki

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Taranaki, New Zealand?

Temperature range in Taranaki (February)

Precipitation variation in Taranaki (February)

New Plymouth

In February New Plymouth generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
252 hours
224 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
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Stratford

In February Stratford generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
252 hours
224 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Stratford →

Hawera

In February Hawera generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
252 hours
224 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Hawera →

Oakura

In February Oakura generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
252 hours
224 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Oakura →

Okato

In February Okato generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
252 hours
224 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Taranaki in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
New Plymouth 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Stratford 23°C (73°F) 14°C (57°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Hawera 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Oakura 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Okato 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)

Taranaki weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Taranaki, New Zealand in February?

Taranaki, New Zealand typically experiences pleasant weather in February, part of the season. Daytime highs in New Plymouth average around 21°C (70°F), and temperatures drop to about 16°C (61°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Taranaki, New Zealand in February?

Average temperatures in Taranaki, New Zealand during February range from a nighttime low near 16°C (61°F) to a daytime high around 21°C (70°F) in New Plymouth.

Does Taranaki, New Zealand get a lot of rain in February?

Yes, February tends to be a wetter month in Taranaki, New Zealand. Average rainfall in New Plymouth sits around 114 mm (4.5 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit Taranaki, New Zealand?

We believe that February is one of the best times to visit Taranaki, New Zealand with overall pleasant weather in New Plymouth. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January, February and March provide pleasant weather in New Plymouth. In contrast, June and July tend to have poor weather conditions.

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