Nelson weather in February

Nelson, New Zealand
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February in Nelson: nice, rainy, with clean air — one of the best months to visit.

#2 of 12 months in Nelson · #111 of 897 destinations to visit in February · comfort 89/100 (tier A)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

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Nelson climate normals — February

Daytime high22°C / 72°F😎 nice
Nighttime low15°C / 58°F
Rainfall113 mm / 4.4 in🌧 rainy
Rainy days9 days
Humidity81%💦 very humid
Dew point14°C / 58°F
Sunshine10.6 h/day
Daylight13.7 h
Wind19 km/h / 12 mph
Air quality (US AQI)15🍃 good

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

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Nelson in February — FAQ

Is February a good time to visit Nelson?
February in Nelson: nice, rainy, with clean air — one of the best months to visit. It ranks #2 of 12 months for Nelson on SeasonMap's comfort score (89/100).
What is the weather like in Nelson in February?
In February, Nelson averages a daily high of 22.1°C and a low of 14.6°C, with about 112.9 mm of rain over roughly 9.2 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Nelson in February?
Nelson has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 15 in February.

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