Late summer · Weather & things to do
Aoraki / Mount Cook in February
Aoraki / Mount Cook's warmest month brings highs averaging 58°F (15°C), lows of 49°F (9°C) and about 5.2 in (133 mm) of rain.
February opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 68/100 (the top score of the year).
- Avg high
- 58°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 49°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 5.2 in (133 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 44 min
- Comfort score
- 68/100 · Good
What February feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 58°F (15°C), good for long walks.
Lows average 49°F (9°C).
Expect regular rain: about 5.2 in (133 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around February
February is one of Aoraki / Mount Cook's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: February & March.
- Comfort improves from 61/100 in January to 68/100.
- February sits inside the Nov – Mar window our South Island Alps & Fiords route recommends.
What to pack for February
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 49°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes5.2 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Aoraki / Mount Cook in February
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Glacier Explorers
Boat tours among icebergs on Tasman Glacier's terminal lake.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Sep–May.
Kea Point Track
Easy walk from the village to a viewing platform over the Mueller Glacier moraine lake.
Why now February scores 68/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Hooker Valley Track
10 km return walk over three swing bridges to an iceberg lake below Aoraki.
Why now Highs near 58°F and 5.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Panorama Room at The Hermitage
Hotel restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows facing Aoraki.
Chamois Bar & Grill
Casual village pub for a beer and pub meal after hiking.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in February
- Queenstown in February~114 mi · highs 68°F, 3.9 in rain · 6°C (10°F) warmer by day, drier
- Milford Sound in February~126 mi · highs 64°F, 6.1 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Christchurch in February~128 mi · highs 74°F, 2.3 in rain · 9°C (16°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Aoraki / Mount Cook in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Aoraki / Mount Cook?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 68/100. Expect highs of 58°F (15°C) and 5.2 in (133 mm) of rain. February is inside the Nov – Mar window our South Island Alps & Fiords route recommends.
How cold is Aoraki / Mount Cook in February?
Average highs are 58°F (15°C) and average lows 49°F (9°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Aoraki / Mount Cook in February?
Yes: about 5.2 in (133 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 78.7 in (1998 mm).
What should I pack for Aoraki / Mount Cook in February?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 49°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (5.2 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Aoraki / Mount Cook
Routes in season in February
- South Island Alps & Fiords Nov – Mar
Planning Aoraki / Mount Cook in February?
Share this February plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.