Christchurch weather in February (Canterbury, New Zealand)
What can you expect from the weather in Christchurch during February? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.
In Christchurch the weather in February is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. February is a summer month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 23°C, while night temperatures can drop to 12°C. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.
Christchurch in February usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 49 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 8 days of the month will see rainfall.
With around 196 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.
If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, February is one of the better months to visit Christchurch. January, February, March and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June, July and August tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Christchurch climate page with graphs.
Christchurch, monthly averages in February
Min Temperature
12°C
Max Temperature
23°C
Water Temperature
15°C
Chance of Rain
28%
Precipitation
49 mm
Rainy days
8 days
Humidity
79%
Windspeed
14 km/h
Sunshine
196 hours
Percentage Sunshine
49%
Where to go in New Zealand in February
Find out more about the weather in New Zealand in February and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Christchurch in February?
For visitors traveling to Christchurch, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 15°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in February.
Interested in more climate information?
Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Christchurch.
Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to New Zealand? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in New Zealand. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
