Waikato Weather in February

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

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Are you planning a trip a to Waikato, New Zealand in February and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Waikato in February

Waikato, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. February in Waikato generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During February, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is pleasant in Whakapapa Village at 20°C (68°F) and warm in Pukekohe East at 25°C (77°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Pukekohe East and 10°C (50°F) in Whakapapa Village. On average, February is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Waikato, New Zealand.

To explore the conditions in Waikato, New Zealand in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Huntly with an average of 81 mm (3.2 in) to high rainfall in Whakapapa Village with 135 mm (5.3 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Taupo sees close to 202 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Waikato by month

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

January22°C (72°F) February23°C (73°F) March20°C (68°F) April18°C (64°F) May15°C (59°F) This monthJune12°C (54°F) July11°C (52°F) August12°C (54°F) September14°C (57°F) October16°C (61°F) November18°C (64°F) December20°C (68°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Waikato in February

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

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 Waikato

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

Temperature range in Waikato (February)

Precipitation variation in Waikato (February)

Taupo

In February Taupo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°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)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
224 hours
202 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Taupo →

Hamilton

In February Hamilton generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°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
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
195 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Hamilton →

Whitianga

In February Whitianga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°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
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Whitianga →

Cambridge

In February Cambridge generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°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
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
195 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Coromandel Town

In February Coromandel Town generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°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
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
196 hours
189 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Waikato, in New Zealand.

Popular cities in February

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Taupo 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Hamilton 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Whitianga 23°C (73°F) 18°C (64°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Cambridge 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Coromandel Town 22°C (72°F) 18°C (64°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Turangi 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 130 mm (5.1 in)

Waikato weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

Expect perfect weather across Waikato, New Zealand in February. The popular destination of Taupo averages 23°C (73°F) by day and 12°C (54°F) at night during this summer month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Taupo peak at roughly 23°C (73°F) in February, dropping to about 12°C (54°F) overnight.

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

February is on the drier side in Waikato, New Zealand. Taupo averages only about 96 mm (3.8 in), with most days staying dry.

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

We believe that February is one of the best times to visit Waikato, New Zealand with overall perfect weather in Taupo. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, January, February and March provide perfect weather in Taupo. On the other hand, the weather in June, July and August tend to be poor.

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