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Visiting Tunnel Beach, Dunedin, New Zealand in February

February is one of the best months to visit Tunnel Beach for the best beach weather. It has the most sunshine and best sunbathing and swimming conditions of the year.

The weather in February is slightly warmer than the previous month. February has average maximum temperatures of 18°C (65°F) which is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The sunshine percentage is 80% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.2hrs making the days very long and bright.

February has total rainfall of 4.5cm (1.8inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 10.6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 14°C (58°F). February is too cold for swimming in Tunnel Beach for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

February is typically a warm and sunny month, with pleasant weather for beach activities. Swimming, sunbathing, and snorkeling are popular, while surfers, windsurfers, and kitesurfers can also enjoy favorable conditions during this month. Also consider visiting Tunnel Beach in one of the other best months of January, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for February.

Can you sunbathe in Tunnel Beach in February?

No, February is not a good time for sunbathing in Tunnel Beach.

February has average maximum temperatures of 18°C (65°F) which is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The sunshine percentage is 80% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.2hrs making the days very long and bright. February has total rainfall of 4.5cm (1.8inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 10.6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

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Can you swim in Tunnel Beach in February?

No, February is too cold for swimming in Tunnel Beach for any length of time, with the sea water at 14°C (58°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

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Is February a good time to holiday in Tunnel Beach?

Yes, February is a good time for a holiday in Tunnel Beach.

February has average maximum temperatures of 18°C (65°F) which is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The sunshine percentage is 80% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.2hrs making the days very long and bright. February has total rainfall of 4.5cm (1.8inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 10.6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. Sea temperatures are a cold 14°C (58°F). February is too cold for swimming in Tunnel Beach for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

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Is Tunnel Beach warm in February?

Yes, Tunnel Beach is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days in February.

The average maximum temperature in Tunnel Beach in February is 18°C (65°F). The average maximum temperature is 17°C (63°) in the previous month and 16°C (61°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Tunnel Beach in February is 15°C (60°F). The average temperature is 15°C (59°F) in the previous month and 14°C (57°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Tunnel Beach in February?

The average day light hours per day in Tunnel Beach in February are 13.9. The sunshine percentage is 80% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.2hrs making the days very long and bright.

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Crowds in Tunnel Beach in February

February is still a popular month for beachgoers, as the warm summer weather continues. While the crowds may be slightly smaller compared to January, you can still expect a fair number of people enjoying the beach during this month. Waitangi Day, a public holiday in New Zealand, falls on February 6th and may bring additional visitors to the beach.

Temperature in Tunnel Beach in February

The weather in February is slightly warmer than the previous month. The average maximum temperature in Tunnel Beach in February is 18°C (65°F). The average maximum temperature is 17°C (63°F) in the previous month and 16°C (61°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Tunnel Beach in February is 15°C (60°F). The average temperature is 15°C (59°F) in the previous month and 14°C (57°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Tunnel Beach in February is 13°C (55°F). The minimum temperature is 13°C (55°F) in the previous month and 12°C (53°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Tunnel Beach in February

The days in February are shorter than the previous month and days continue to get shorter into March. February has fewer hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to drop quickly into March. During February the average day light hours are 13.9 per day in Tunnel Beach. The sunshine percentage is 80% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.2hrs making the days very long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Tunnel Beach in February is typically 9.4 during February. An ultraviolet index reading of 8 to 10 indicates a very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 15 minutes. Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Tunnel Beach in February

The average sea water temperature in Tunnel Beach in February is 14.3°C (57.7°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

Rainfall in Tunnel Beach in February

February weather is slightly drier than the previous month. February has a couple of more days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to rise into March. The average total rainfall in Tunnel Beach in February is 4.5cm (1.8inches) and on average there are 10.6 rainy days in February making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

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