Your February weather guide
WarmWeather in Auckland in February
February is a good time to visit Auckland if you want warm summer weather rather than intense heat, but you should plan for rain. Average daytime highs of 23°C are a clear step up from London's 8°C, while nights average 17°C. It is Auckland's warmest month, so it suits a UK traveller keen to spend time outdoors in light clothing. The catch is that neither dry days nor comfortably warm sea swimming are guaranteed.
Long-term climate averages for Auckland, not a forecast · 1991-2020
Auckland, month by month
Your snapshot
At a glance
The useful details for Auckland.
- Average daytime high
- 22.7°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 25°C
- Average night-time low
- 17.2°C
- coldest 10% of nights: 15°C or lower
- Compared with London
- +14.8°C
- London averages 7.9°C in February
- Sea temperature
- 21.2°C
- year to year: 20°C to 22°C
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 5.6h
- 42% of 13.4 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 8
- 68 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 76%
- Days over 25°C
- 7%
- none over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 28.6°C
- 1998-02-03
- Record low 1991-2020
- 11.4°C
- 1992-02-29
- Flight from London
- ≈ 23 h 42 min
- 18375 km, long-haul (estimate for a direct flight)
Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.
How February compares
February is the 1st warmest month of the year in Auckland. Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Auckland is 14.8°C warmer by day and 15.2°C warmer at night.
Daytime and night-time in February
The typical February day in Auckland peaks at 22.7°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 24.7°C or more. Roughly 1 in 14 days top 25°C. Nights average 17.2°C; one night in ten drops to 15.1°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day here reached 28.6°C (1998-02-03) and the coldest night 11.4°C (1992-02-29).
Rain in February
Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 8 days with 1 mm or more, 68 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 2004 with 245 mm, the driest 2013 with 9 mm. Humidity averages 76%.
Sea temperature in February
The sea averages 21.2°C - bracing (18-22°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 20.2°C to 22.3°C. This is the warmest the sea gets here all year.
Sunshine and daylight
Around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 13.4 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:51 and sets about 20:19 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 58%.
Is February a good time to visit Auckland?
It is a reasonable choice: warm days but expect showers. The best months for Auckland on our scoring are February, January, March.
Warm days, with a cooler edge by the water
Pack mainly light summer clothes, but keep a light layer for evenings and cooler nights. This is not usually demanding heat: only 7% of days reach 25°C, although the humidity can make conditions feel muggy. If you dislike very hot holidays, that balance is appealing; if you want persistent heat, it may feel too mild. The sea averages 21.2°C, which is bracing rather than comfortably warm. Swimming is an option if you tolerate cooler water, but do not assume it will feel inviting simply because it is summer. Plan water time around how conditions feel on the day rather than making swimming the focus of every outing.
Leave room for rain in your plans
February is warm, but it is not a reliably dry month. There are about 8 rainy days, so a lightweight waterproof deserves space in your bag and outdoor plans should stay flexible. That does not mean writing off the month: about 5.6 hours of sunshine within 13.4 hours of daylight leaves scope for time outside, without promising clear skies throughout. Keep weather-sensitive plans movable and have an indoor alternative when rain arrives. For a UK traveller, the useful distinction is warmth versus sunshine: Auckland offers a substantial temperature lift from home, but it is a weaker fit if uninterrupted dry weather is your main reason for travelling.
A little perspective
Auckland through the year
February is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Januarybest | 22.0°C | 16.5°C | 20.4°C | 6.0 | 68 | 9 | 5% |
| FebruarySelectedbest | 22.7°C | 17.2°C | 21.2°C | 5.6 | 68 | 8 | 7% |
| Marchbest | 21.2°C | 15.9°C | 20.7°C | 5.6 | 73 | 9 | 1% |
| April | 18.9°C | 14.0°C | 19.1°C | 4.7 | 76 | 10 | 0% |
| May | 16.6°C | 12.2°C | 17.3°C | 4.3 | 95 | 11 | 0% |
| June | 14.5°C | 10.3°C | 15.2°C | 4.0 | 101 | 12 | 0% |
| July | 13.7°C | 9.1°C | 13.5°C | 4.2 | 115 | 14 | 0% |
| August | 13.9°C | 9.2°C | 13.2°C | 4.5 | 105 | 15 | 0% |
| September | 15.1°C | 10.1°C | 13.9°C | 4.7 | 93 | 14 | 0% |
| October | 16.4°C | 11.4°C | 15.3°C | 5.1 | 80 | 12 | 0% |
| November | 18.0°C | 12.9°C | 17.0°C | 5.1 | 76 | 11 | 0% |
| December | 20.3°C | 15.1°C | 18.9°C | 5.2 | 93 | 11 | 0% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
- Sea
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A little more detail
Auckland in February FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Auckland hot in February?
Auckland is warm in February: the average daytime high is 22.7°C and nights average 17.2°C. Roughly 1 in 14 February days reach 25°C.
Can you swim in the sea in Auckland in February?
The sea around Auckland averages 21.2°C in February, which is bracing - fine for a quick dip, cool for long swims. Between 1991 and 2020 it ranged from 20°C to 22°C depending on the year.
How much does it rain in Auckland in February?
Auckland sees about 8 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 68 mm of rain in a typical February. The wettest February between 1991 and 2020 was 2004 (245 mm) and the driest was 2013 (9 mm).
How sunny is Auckland in February?
Auckland gets around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day in February out of 13.4 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Auckland compare with the UK in February?
Auckland is on average 14.8°C warmer than London by day in February (22.7°C against 7.9°C).
What is the hottest February on record in Auckland?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day in Auckland reached 28.6°C on 1998-02-03, and the coldest night dropped to 11.4°C on 1992-02-29.
Is February Auckland's warmest month?
Yes, February ranks as Auckland's warmest month. It is also among the best months to visit, alongside January and March. Choose it for warm conditions rather than extreme heat, and keep some flexibility for wet weather.
Is the weather worth the long flight from London?
The flight takes about 23 h 42 min, so this is a long-haul commitment for warmth rather than guaranteed sunshine. February makes sense if Auckland is somewhere you want to visit; warm weather alone is a less convincing reason for the journey.
Will I need warm clothes in the evening?
A light jumper or jacket is sensible. Nights average 17.2°C, but the coldest nights can fall to around 15°C or lower. Pack something you can add after daytime warmth fades, rather than relying entirely on summer clothes.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid) and NOAA Coral Reef Watch 5 km sea temperatures, 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Auckland. Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 2.8 km from that point. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C