February is a very cold and dry time for sunbathing in New Zealand, and not recommended. February is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in New Zealand for any length of time. Consider visiting New Zealand in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for February.
The average maximum temperature in New Zealand in February is 15°. The average maximum temperature is 15° in the previous month and 14° in the next month.
The average temperature in New Zealand in February is 12°. The average temperature ranges is 12° in the previous month and 11° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in New Zealand in February is 11°. The minimum temperature is 10° in the previous month and 10° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in New Zealand in February are 13.5 and there are 6.7 hours of sunshine per day on average during February making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in New Zealand in February is typically 11.4 during February. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. 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.
The average sea water temperature in New Zealand in February is 19.2° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.
The average total rainfall in New Zealand in February is 0.8cm and on average there are 6.3 rainy days in February making it a dry time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in New Zealand in February is 11° which is very comfortable. The dew point is 10° in the previous month and 10° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in New Zealand in February is typically 55.9%. The maximum relative humidity is 54.9% in the previous month and 56.7% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in New Zealand in February is typically 45.5%. The average relative humidity is 44.8% in the previous month and 46.2% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in New Zealand in February is typically 16kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 18kmh in the previous month and 16kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in New Zealand in February is typically 9kmh. The average wind speed is 10kmh in the previous month and 9kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in New Zealand in February is from the South-Southeast.
