February weather forecast
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

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Weather in February

Nature assumes a milder demeanor in Lake Tekapo in February, with the previous month's intense sunlight yielding to softer, less severe sunshine hours of 8.2 per day. The wind fades slightly, fluctuating between average speeds of 9.7km/h (6mph) and maximum gust speeds of 14.8km/h (9.2mph). Rainfall remains significant, evidenced by an average of 121mm (4.76") falling over nearly 12 days. The rounded, billowing clouds occupying 40% of the sky make for world-class landscape photography. With a relative humidity of 83%, the air in February carries the scent of fresh rain, interspersed with the light notes of mountain flowers.

Temperature

In Lake Tekapo, the peak average temperatures are observed in February, with a high of 13.3°C (55.9°F) and a low of 6°C (42.8°F).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Lake Tekapo, during February, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 121mm (4.76") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139 rainfall days, and 1917mm (75.47") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Lake Tekapo, in February, during 0.9 snowfall days, 37mm (1.46") of snow is typically accumulated. In Lake Tekapo, during the entire year, snow falls for 107.9 days and aggregates up to 6417mm (252.64") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Lake Tekapo is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of February in Lake Tekapo, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 9:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 8:26 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Lake Tekapo is 8.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Lake Tekapo, New Zealand, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in February translates into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Lake Tekapo?

The month of February, characterized by an average high of 13.3°C (55.9°F) and a low of 6°C (42.8°F), is recognized as the warmest in Lake Tekapo, New Zealand.

What is the average February temperature in Lake Tekapo?

Lake Tekapo in February has an average high-temperature of 13.3°C (55.9°F) and an average low-temperature of 6°C (42.8°F).

What is the least humid month in Lake Tekapo?

The months with the lowest humidity in Lake Tekapo, New Zealand, are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in February in Lake Tekapo?

The average relative humidity in February is 83%.

How much does it rain in Lake Tekapo in February?

In Lake Tekapo, during February, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 121mm (4.76") of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lake Tekapo in February?

In February, in Lake Tekapo, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout February, 37mm (1.46") of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February in Lake Tekapo?

In February, the average day length in Lake Tekapo, New Zealand, is 13h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Lake Tekapo?

On the first day of February in Lake Tekapo, New Zealand, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 9:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 8:26 pm NZDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lake Tekapo have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 8.2h.

What is the UV index reading in February in Lake Tekapo?

In Lake Tekapo, New Zealand, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average temperature in February - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in February: 13.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (13.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (2.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-3.3°C).

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Average pressure in February
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average pressure in February - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in February: 1014.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1011.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in February
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average wind speed in February - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.6km/h).

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Average humidity in February
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average humidity in February - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in February: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and October (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (83%).

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Average rainfall in February
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average rainfall in February - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in February: 121mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (233mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (106mm).

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Average rainfall days in February
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in February - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in February: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average snowfall in February - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in February: 37mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (1245mm).
The month with the least snowfall is March (31mm).

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Average snowfall days in February
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in February - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in February: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (16.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is February (0.9 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in February - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in February
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average UV index in February - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in February: 3

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in February
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in February - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in February: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are October and November (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in February
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average visibility in February - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in February: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).

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