February weather forecast
Rotorua, New Zealand

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Weather in February

In February, Rotorua continues its summer charm, with weather patterns remaining relatively similar to those in January. Notably, it witnesses a slight increase in relative humidity, from 78% to 81%. Given its geographical position, the daily sunshine duration reduces from its peak in January, but it's still apt for outdoor activities. While there's a decrease in wind gusts, visitors might still find the 13.6km/h (8.5mph) winds stimulating. The month transitions smoothly into March, with minimal variations in climatic fluctuations.

Temperature

Rotorua's peak temperatures tend to occur in January and February, with an average high-temperature of 22.7°C (72.9°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 81%.

Rainfall

February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 45mm (1.77") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through July, September through December are months without snowfall in Rotorua.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Rotorua is 13h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:56 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Rotorua is 7.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during February leads to these instructions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Rotorua?

Rotorua experiences the peak of its temperatures in January and February, when the average high-temperatures rise to 22.7°C (72.9°F).

What is the temperature in February in Rotorua?

In Rotorua, in February, the average high-temperature is 22.7°C (72.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 12.3°C (54.1°F).

What is the average humidity in February in Rotorua?

The average relative humidity in February in Rotorua is 81%.

What is the driest month in Rotorua?

The month with the least rainfall in Rotorua is February, when the rain falls for 12.3 days and typically collects 45mm (1.77") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in February in Rotorua?

In February, in Rotorua, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout February, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Rotorua?

January through July, September through December are months without snowfall in Rotorua, New Zealand.

How many hours of daylight does Rotorua have in February?

In Rotorua, the average day length in February is 13h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Rotorua?

On the first day of February in Rotorua, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:56 pm NZDT.

How long on average sun shines in February in Rotorua?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Rotorua is 7.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Rotorua?

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in February in Rotorua?

In Rotorua, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average temperature in February - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in February: 22.7°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (22.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 12.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (4.1°C).

Average pressure in February
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average pressure in February - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in February: 1016.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1014mbar).

Average wind speed in February
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average wind speed in February - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.9km/h).

Average humidity in February
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average humidity in February - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in February: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (78%).

Average rainfall in February
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average rainfall in February - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in February: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (82mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (45mm).

Average rainfall days in February
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in February - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in February: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in February
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average snowfall in February - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in February: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in February
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in February - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in February: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in February: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in February - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13 days

The months with the most sunshine days are May and July (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.1 days).

Average UV index in February
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average UV index in February - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in February: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in February - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in February: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in February
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average visibility in February - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in February: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, August and September (7km).

Rotorua, New Zealand

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