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Is the weather good in Australia in February 2026?
OK Weather
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RainyFor the past few decades, the average daily temperatures in Australia during February have been around +29°C.
The weather differs across the Australia in February. You may encounter maximum temperatures of +29°C at noon in Alice Springs and +21°C in Hobart. So plan your activities, and packing, based on the individual locations rather than the country as a whole.
Temperature, wind and humidity in February
Average
Adelaide
Alice Springs
Ayers Rock
Brisbane
Cairns
Canberra
Darwin
Gold Coast
Hobart
Melbourne
Perth
Sydney
Townsville
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+29°C
Avg. max. temperature
+3°C
Min.
+46°C
Max.
116 mm
Total precipitation
65%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Australia has OK weather in February.
Australia in February – what city is the…
- rainiest? Darwin, with an average of 14 mm of rain and humidity of 82%;
- warmest? Alice Springs, with daytime temperatures averaging +35°C;
- windiest? Perth, with an average of 5 m/s;
- coolest? Hobart, with daytime temperatures averaging +21°C;
How good is the weather in Australia in February?
During February, the Australia usually offers good weather overall, with air pressure around 1014 HPa. This means you may encounter some rainy weather too – February brings around 70 mm of rain and winds averaging 3 m/s. Humidity ranges between 33% in Ayers Rock and 82% in Darwin. In general, it tends to be more humid near the sea and lake and drier inland.
How warm is it in Australia during February?
The weather is usually pretty good this time of year, with daytime temperatures around +29°C.
This is how hot it usually is in February
The average daily temperatures above don't tell you everything about how hot it can be in Australia. For example, cold nights can make a big difference for those staying in tents or unheated houses. Extra hot days, on the other hand, can make a big difference for those who plan to engage in demanding physical training or competition. So here are some more temperatures for February:
Average
Adelaide
Alice Springs
Ayers Rock
Brisbane
Cairns
Canberra
Darwin
Gold Coast
Hobart
Melbourne
Perth
Sydney
Townsville
- Average maximum temperature for the month: +29°C;
- Average minimum temperature for the month: +20°C;
- Highest monthly temperature: +29°C;
- Lowest monthly temperature: +19°C;
Monthly temperatures:
Average
Adelaide
Alice Springs
Ayers Rock
Brisbane
Cairns
Canberra
Darwin
Gold Coast
Hobart
Melbourne
Perth
Sydney
Townsville
- Warmest: January with an average +29°C during the day;
- Coldest: June with an average +19°C of the day;
- Hottest month in hottest city: October in Darwin;
- Coldest month in coolest city: June in Hobart;
Can you swim in Australia in February?
Here are the minimum and maximum water temperatures in cities in Australia in February:
Perth
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Comfortable20°C - 25°C
Sydney
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Comfortable22°C - 25°C
Brisbane
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Warm26°C - 27°C
Cairns
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Very warm28°C - 31°C
You can definitely swim in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane in February, with the water temperature of +20°C and up.
Winds in Australia during February
Wind speed in Australia in February based on historical data:
Average
Adelaide
Alice Springs
Ayers Rock
Brisbane
Cairns
Canberra
Darwin
Gold Coast
Hobart
Melbourne
Perth
Sydney
Townsville
February tends to offer light winds averaging 3 m/s. However, coastal cities may experience breezes during the mornings and afternoons.
Comparison between cities in February:
- Highest average wind speed: Sydney with 4 m/s;
- Lowest average wind speed: Canberra with 2 m/s;
- Windiest day of the month: Perth with 5 m/s;
- The least windy day of the month: Cairns with 2 m/s;
Humidity and precipitation in Australia in February
Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Australia based on historical data:
Average
Adelaide
Alice Springs
Ayers Rock
Brisbane
Cairns
Canberra
Darwin
Gold Coast
Hobart
Melbourne
Perth
Sydney
Townsville
February tends to be a humid month with 66% humidity and 70 mm rainfall
Comparison between cities in February:
Average
Adelaide
Alice Springs
Ayers Rock
Brisbane
Cairns
Canberra
Darwin
Gold Coast
Hobart
Melbourne
Perth
Sydney
Townsville
- Highest average rainfall: Darwin with 388 mm;
- Lowest average rainfall: Perth with 17 mm;
- Most number of rainy days: Townsville with 22 rainy days;
- Least number of rainy days: Perth with 3 rainy days;
- Highest risk of rain during the day: Townsville with 79%;
- Least risk of rain during the day: Perth with 11%;
- Highest average humidity: Darwin with 82%;
- Lowest average humidity: Ayers Rock with 33%;
Tips for traveling to Australia in February
Looking for some tips for traveling to the sun, snow, or whatever you're aiming for Australia? Activities, weather, and clothing are closely linked. In addition, it's important to pack only what you really need so you don't have to worry about heavy packing or paying extra baggage fees.
Here is some advice on what to pack and what kind of activities you can do in the Australia based on the weather that February is expected to bring. The advice applies to the country as a whole – local weather and possible activities may differ somewhat.
rainy, warm weather with light winds and high humidity in February
Pack right for February
The weather makes a difference when it comes to packing - especially which items should go in your suitcase. The tips below are designed to help you pack light and right without carrying more than necessary.
- For light showers, an umbrella or a thin and light rain cape is usually sufficient, while more rain may require rainwear and rain boots.
- Warm - neither hot nor cool, are probably the most comfortable when you think of sunbathing. Shorts, shorter skirts or dresses, tank tops and t-shirts are the basics here. If you're going to a seaside resort, don't forget your swimwear and maybe even a snorkel, mask and flippers.
- Light winds are probably most comfortable in hot weather but is cooling in cool and cold weather. If it is hot (when the air temperature is about 30 degrees), the wind can have a warming effect. A thin, windproof jacket and long trousers help to counteract these effects.
- High humidity means that the air conducts heat to and from the skin more easily. For example, if the air is hot (above skin temperature), it will be harder to stay cool. On the other hand, if the air is cool or cold, it is more difficult to stay warm. In high humidity, the choice of clothing makes less of a difference. However, your physical activity plays a bigger role.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Australia in February:
What can you do outside when it's warm in Australia?
Bathing and sunbathing can be suitable. Warm (but not hot) days are also good for activities that are not so physically demanding: sightseeing on foot, by boat, on a scooter, camel riding. You can also exercise easily as long as you make sure to cool down and quench thirst.
Is February a good time to visit Australia?
It’s always a good time to visit Australia, but the weather is changeable in February, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Monthly weather in Australia
Source of the data
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Australia, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
