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Christchurch in February
Little changes in Christchurch from January: highs stay near 74°F (24°C), lows near 53°F (12°C), and about 2.3 in (58 mm) of rain falls.
At 87/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 74°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 53°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 2.3 in (58 mm)
- Humidity
- 68%
- Cloud cover
- 64%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 44 min
- Comfort score
- 87/100 · Great
What February feels like
Warm afternoons near 74°F (24°C) make long days outdoors easy.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 53°F (12°C), about 12°C (22°F) below the afternoon high.
Rain is moderate at about 2.3 in (58 mm) for the month.
Plan around February
February is one of Christchurch's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort improves from 84/100 in January to 87/100.
- February sits inside the Nov – Mar window our South Island Alps & Fiords route recommends.
What to pack for February
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 74°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 53°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Christchurch in February
February is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Pomeroy's Old Brewery Inn
Classic pub with a long list of New Zealand craft beers on tap.
Transitional Cathedral
Shigeru Ban's 'Cardboard Cathedral', built after the 2011 quake.
Riverside Market
Indoor food market by the Avon with produce stalls, eateries and bars.
Christchurch Botanic Gardens
Riverside gardens in Hagley Park with rose gardens and conservatories.
Why now February scores 87/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū
Free gallery with New Zealand and Māori art in a glass-fronted building.
Nearby in February
- Aoraki / Mount Cook in February~128 mi · highs 58°F, 5.2 in rain · 9°C (16°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Queenstown in February~222 mi · highs 68°F, 3.9 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Milford Sound in February~247 mi · highs 64°F, 6.1 in rain · 6°C (10°F) cooler by day, wetter
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.
Christchurch in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Christchurch?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 87/100. Expect highs of 74°F (24°C) and 2.3 in (58 mm) of rain. February is inside the Nov – Mar window our South Island Alps & Fiords route recommends.
How hot is Christchurch in February?
Average highs are 74°F (24°C) and average lows 53°F (12°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Christchurch in February?
Not much: about 2.3 in (58 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 33.3 in (845 mm).
What should I pack for Christchurch in February?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 74°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 53°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Christchurch
Routes in season in February
- South Island Alps & Fiords Nov – Mar
Planning Christchurch in February?
Share this February plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.