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West Coast Weather in February

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

Planning a getaway to the West Coast, New Zealand this February and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the West Coast in February

The West Coast, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. February in the West Coast generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Franz Josef at 17°C (63°F) to pleasant in Greymouth at 21°C (70°F). At night it cools down to 13°C (55°F) in Greymouth and 10°C (50°F) in Franz Josef. On average, February is the month with the highest temperature of the year in the West Coast, New Zealand.

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

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Karamea with an average of 159 mm (6.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Haast with 330 mm (13 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Greymouth typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Greymouth receives about 185 hours of sunlight in February, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore the West Coast by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the West Coast — and find the best time to visit. (based on Franz Josef)

Best Places to Visit in the West Coast in February

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

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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).

Popular Destinations in the West Coast

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

Temperature range in the West Coast (February)

Precipitation variation in the West Coast (February)

Greymouth

In February Greymouth generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
185 hours
173 hours
Monthly rainfall
232 mm (9.1 in)
180 mm (7.1 in)
181 mm (7.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
13 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Franz Josef

In February Franz Josef generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
361 mm (14 in)
280 mm (11 in)
282 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
12 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Hokitika

In February Hokitika generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
185 hours
173 hours
Monthly rainfall
317 mm (12 in)
243 mm (9.6 in)
244 mm (9.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Fox Glacier

In February Fox Glacier generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
354 mm (14 in)
276 mm (11 in)
280 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Westport

In February Westport generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
230 mm (9.1 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
185 mm (7.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
12 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the West Coast, in New Zealand.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the West Coast in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Franz Josef 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 280 mm (11 in)
Greymouth 21°C (70°F) 13°C (55°F) 180 mm (7.1 in)
Hokitika 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 243 mm (9.6 in)
Fox Glacier 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 276 mm (11 in)
Westport 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)
Punakaiki 19°C (66°F) 14°C (57°F) 177 mm (7 in)

The West Coast weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the West Coast, New Zealand in February?

Expect pleasant weather across the West Coast, New Zealand in February. The popular destination of Greymouth averages 21°C (70°F) by day and 13°C (55°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the West Coast, New Zealand in February?

Daytime temperatures in Greymouth peak at roughly 21°C (70°F) in February, dropping to about 13°C (55°F) overnight.

Does the West Coast, New Zealand get a lot of rain in February?

Yes. February brings heavy rainfall to the West Coast, New Zealand, with Greymouth averaging around 180 mm (7.1 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is February a Good Time to Visit the West Coast, New Zealand?

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

On average, the best time to visit the West Coast, New Zealand is in February with generally pleasant weather in Greymouth. On the other hand, the months of April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the West Coast.

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