When to go · February
New Zealand in February
Excellent time to go
Daytime high
23°C
73°F
Overnight low
14°C
57°F
Rainfall
65 mm
moderate
Crowd levels
high
busy
Prices
high
peak rates
What to expect in New Zealand in February
February brings warm weather to New Zealand, with daytime highs around 23°C (73°F) and overnight lows near 14°C (57°F). Skies are typically dry with occasional showers, with about 65 mm of rainfall on average.
February is one of New Zealand's busiest months, so book accommodation early and expect queues at the headline sights. Flights and hotels are at peak rates, so use our tracker below to spot any drops. Peak season runs December–February, for context.
What’s happening in February
- 🎉Waitangi Day · FebNew Zealand’s national day celebrating the founding treaty.
Plan your trip
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Where else is good to go in February
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10°C high · low crowds · good
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33°C high · high crowds · great
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19°C high · low crowds · good
Iceland in February
3°C high · low crowds · good
Mexico in February
24°C high · high crowds · great
Costa Rica in February
25°C high · high crowds · great
Australia in February
26°C high · high crowds · good
Vietnam in February
21°C high · high crowds · great