Weather in February
Temperature
February is the month when Nelson experiences its warmest temperatures, averaging a high of 22.6°C (72.7°F) and a low of 13.3°C (55.9°F).Humidity
In February, the average relative humidity is 78.5%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is February, when the rain falls for 5.8 days and typically collects 64mm (2.52") of precipitation.Sea temperature
The months with the warmest seawater in Nelson are February and March, with an average sea temperature of 19°C (66.2°F).Note: Most people do not enjoy swimming in water of 19°C (66.2°F). Breathing control becomes harder as the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
The average length of the day in February in Nelson is 13h and 42min.On the first day of February in Nelson, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 8:11 pm NZDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in February is 8.3h.UV index
In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Nelson is 10. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 10 in February interprets into the following advice:
Never neglect to protect yourself. Eyes and skin can suffer swift damage. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Average temperature in February
Nelson, New Zealand
- Average high temperature in February: 22.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (12.5°C).
- Average low temperature in February: 13.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (1.9°C).
Average humidity in February
Nelson, New Zealand
- Average humidity in February: 78.5%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73.7%).
Average rainfall in February
Nelson, New Zealand
- Average rainfall in February: 63.5mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (92.7mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (63.5mm).
Average rainfall days in February
Nelson, New Zealand
- Average rainfall days in February: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (9.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).
Average sea temperature in February
Nelson, New Zealand
- Average sea temperature in February: 19°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are February and March (19°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July, August, September and October (14°C).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Nelson, New Zealand
- Average daylight in February: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in February: 8h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average UV index in February
Nelson, New Zealand
- Average UV index in February: 10
The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 11).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 1).
Nelson, New Zealand
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