February weather forecast
Kaikoura, New Zealand

February

Weather in February

February, the last month of the summer in Kaikoura, is refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 12.8°C (55°F) and 19°C (66.2°F).

Temperature

In Kaikoura, the month of February is known for its highest average temperatures, reaching a high of 19°C (66.2°F) and a low of 12.8°C (55°F).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout February, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kaikoura, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.2 days and collects up to 380mm (14.96") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Kaikoura, New Zealand, snow does not fall in January through May, August, October through December.

Sea temperature

The month with the warmest seawater is February, with an average sea temperature of 16.7°C (62.1°F).
Note: In water with a temperature of 16.7°C (62.1°F), most people do not enjoy swimming. As the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing becomes increasingly difficult to control.

Daylight

In Kaikoura, the average length of the day in February is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 8:11 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

In Kaikoura, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In February, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month?
The month of February, characterized by an average high of 19°C (66.2°F) and a low of 12.8°C (55°F), is recognized as the warmest.
What are February temperatures?
In February, in Kaikoura, the average high-temperature is 19°C (66.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 12.8°C (55°F).
What is the average humidity in February?
In Kaikoura, the average relative humidity in February is 73%.
How much does it rain in February?
In Kaikoura, in February, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 37mm (1.46") of accumulated precipitation.
When it does not snow?
In Kaikoura, snow does not fall in January through May, August, October through December.
What is the month with the warmest sea water?
With an average sea temperature of 16.7°C (62.1°F), February is the month with the warmest seawater.
What is the sea water temperature in February?
In Kaikoura, the average seawater temperature in February is 16.7°C (62.1°F). Swimming in 16.7°C (62.1°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).
What is the average length of the day in February?
In February, the average day length is 13h and 46min.
When are sunrise and sunset in February?
In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 8:11 pm NZDT.
How long on average sun shines in February?
The average sunshine duration in February is 8.5h.
How high is the UV index in February?
In Kaikoura, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average temperature in February
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in February: 19°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (19°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (9.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 12.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (13.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.2°C).

Average pressure in February - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average pressure in February
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in February: 1014.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.5mbar).

Average wind speed in February - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average wind speed in February
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in February: 13.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (15.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13.1km/h).

Average humidity in February - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average humidity in February
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in February: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (72%).

Average rainfall in February - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average rainfall in February
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in February: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (16mm).

Average rainfall days in February - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in February
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in February: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (7.3 days).

Average snowfall days in February - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average snowfall days in February
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in February: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are June, July and September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, August, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in February - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average sea temperature in February
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in February: 16.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (16.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (11.1°C).

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in February: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in February - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in February
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (13.6 days).

Average UV index in February - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average UV index in February
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in February: 4

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in February - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in February
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in February: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in February - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average visibility in February
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in February: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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