Monthly climate guide
Canberra weather in February
With highs near 26°C (79°F) and lows around 13°C (55°F), February feels warm in Canberra. Rainfall averages about 92 mm (wet) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C cooler than January and 3°C warmer than March.
What stands out in February
- Evenings cool off sharply: the daily range is around 13°C, so pack a layer.
- February brings late summer to Canberra — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
- It's wetter than a typical month in Canberra — roughly 56% more rain than average.
- February is Canberra's second warmest month.
It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Avg high
26°C
79°F
Avg low
13°C
55°F
Rainfall
92 mm
wet
Humidity
68%
relative
Sky
58%
cloud · often cloudy
Canberra weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C / 84°F | 14°C / 57°F | 68 mm | 62% | 56% |
| February | 26°C / 79°F | 13°C / 55°F | 92 mm | 68% | 58% |
| March | 23°C / 73°F | 11°C / 52°F | 89 mm | 73% | 56% |
| April | 19°C / 66°F | 8°C / 47°F | 45 mm | 76% | 52% |
| May | 15°C / 58°F | 4°C / 39°F | 26 mm | 77% | 41% |
| June | 11°C / 52°F | 3°C / 37°F | 60 mm | 85% | 49% |
| July | 11°C / 51°F | 2°C / 35°F | 39 mm | 82% | 42% |
| August | 12°C / 53°F | 2°C / 35°F | 51 mm | 78% | 43% |
| September | 16°C / 60°F | 4°C / 39°F | 40 mm | 72% | 46% |
| October | 20°C / 68°F | 7°C / 44°F | 56 mm | 67% | 53% |
| November | 23°C / 74°F | 10°C / 49°F | 73 mm | 64% | 58% |
| December | 26°C / 79°F | 12°C / 53°F | 67 mm | 61% | 58% |
What to pack for February
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is February a good time to visit Canberra?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Canberra →Other Australia cities in February
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Canberra in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Canberra?
February is one of the wetter months in Canberra, with about 92 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Canberra in February?
Average highs are about 26°C (79°F) and average lows about 13°C (55°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Canberra in February?
Canberra typically gets around 92 mm of rain in February — wet. It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Canberra (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.