February 15 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Christchurch. With minimal rain risk (14%) and pleasant highs of 21°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. You'll find plenty of company in Christchurch this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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Essential Travel Info for Christchurch
Currency
NZD
$ New Zealand dollar
Language
English
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Driving
Left side
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.269
Christchurch Weather Forecast for February 15
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 20.9°C. 14% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Christchurch in February
Based on historical data for February 15, Christchurch typically experiences temperatures between 13.2°C and 20.9°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (14% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Christchurch
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
20.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
13.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
21°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
14%
Avg 0.6mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
58%
Overcast
Pressure
1015 hPa
Medium volatility
Christchurch Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 86% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 21 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 32 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 53 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
15.9°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in New Zealand
Flight Traffic
Busy
79/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~99
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Christchurch
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:49
☀️ Noon
13:45
🌇 Sunset
20:40
⏱️ Daylight
13h 50m
Wind Speed
21.2 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
10.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
73%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Christchurch
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Quiet
Price Level
💰 Affordable
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Active seismic zone. Multiple earthquakes per year.
Travel Alert: This region has elevated natural risks. We recommend registering with your embassy and keeping emergency numbers handy.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Christchurch on February 15 averages 20.9°C with a 14% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Christchurch Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Christchurch Worth Visiting on February 15?
Planning a trip to Christchurch on February 15? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 20.9°C with a 14% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 99 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for New Zealand, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 19.4°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest February 15 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 27.8°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to 9.7°C in 2017.