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New Plymouth in February
The weather in February
In February, New Plymouth averages daytime highs of 20° and night-time lows of 16° — mild weather by day. Expect around 160 mm of precipitation spread over about 7 wet days, with average cloud cover near 34%.
Temperatures are much the same as in January, and March is cooler again by about 1.2°. The sea averages 20°, bracing but swimmable.
February scores 81/100 — excellent conditions for sightseeing — and ranks 1st of the twelve months for New Plymouth.
Around the middle of the month the sun rises at 06:51 and sets at 20:26 local time, giving 13 h 35 min of daylight. Days shorten by 63 minutes over the month.
Why 81/100?
How the score for February is builtBeach score this month: 43/100 (adds sea temperature and heat).
Comfort peaks for daytime highs between 18° and 25°C (64–77°F).
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New Plymouth in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit New Plymouth?
February scores 81/100 for New Plymouth, which we rate as excellent. Average highs are 20°C with 7 wet days.
How warm is New Plymouth in February?
Daytime highs average 20°C and night-time lows 16°C in February.
Does it rain a lot in New Plymouth in February?
New Plymouth receives about 160 mm of precipitation in February, falling on around 7 days.
Can you swim in New Plymouth in February?
The sea averages 20°C in February, refreshing but swimmable.