Auckland or Sydney in February?
On climate data, Auckland comes out ahead overall in February. See the per-criterion details below.
AucklandPhoto: wehunts · CC BY-SA 2.0
SydneyPhoto: Dietmar Rabich · CC BY-SA 4.0Key figures in February
| Criterion | Auckland | Sydney |
|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 24 °C | 25 °C |
| Average daily low | 17 °C | 21 °C |
| Sea | 21 °C | 23 °C ★ |
| Rainy days | 8 rainy days (est.) ★ | 13 rainy days (est.) |
| Sun | 7 h/day | 7 h/day |
| Humidity | 74 % | 76 % |
Winner by travel type
Trade-offs
- Auckland is drier, with about 5 fewer rainy days.
- The sea at Sydney is about 2 °C warmer.
Auckland or Sydney in February: the short answer
In February, Auckland comes out ahead on the overall climate score (Auckland 85/100 vs Sydney 79/100). That is a snapshot of one month, though — which one truly fits depends on what you want from the trip, so the breakdown below goes criterion by criterion.
This comparison focuses on February as a representative month for the pair; for any other month, use each destination's month-by-month pages. Across the whole year Auckland averages a climate score of 58/100, Sydney 73/100. Both profiles below are historical monthly averages, not a forecast.
Weather in February, side by side
The average daily high is about 24 °C in Auckland and 25 °C in Sydney — warmer in Sydney. Average daily lows are around 17 °C versus 21 °C.
On rain, Auckland sees about 8 rainy days in February and Sydney about 13 — drier in Auckland. Sunshine is comparable (7 vs 7 hours a day).
Sea temperature and swimming
In February the water is about 21 °C at Auckland and 23 °C at Sydney — warmer for swimming at Sydney. Over the year, Auckland is comfortable for swimming (from ~21 °C) in February, Sydney in January, February, March, April, May and December. Peak sea warmth is February for Auckland and February for Sydney.
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Auckland records roughly 138 rainy days and Sydney about 121 — the drier of the two overall is Sydney. At their sunniest, Auckland reaches about 9 hours of sun a day (January) and Sydney about 8 (December). If dependable dry, sunny weather is your top priority, weigh these annual totals alongside the single month above.
Best time to visit each
Climatically, Auckland is at its best in January, February, March and December, while Sydney peaks in January, February, April and December. If your dates are fixed, pick the destination whose strong season overlaps them; if you are flexible, plan around these windows.
Which suits which kind of trip
Based on the February scores for each travel style:
Beach & swimming: Sydney scores higher in February (Auckland 82 vs Sydney 84).
City breaks: Auckland scores higher in February (Auckland 94 vs Sydney 80).
Active & hiking: Auckland scores higher in February (Auckland 82 vs Sydney 65).
Family: Auckland scores higher in February (Auckland 84 vs Sydney 82).
Verdict: which should you pick?
There is no single winner — it depends on your month and your priority. For February specifically, use the head-to-head above; over the year, Sydney carries the slightly higher overall climate score. Choose Auckland if its strong months and profile match your plan, Sydney if its do. The month-by-month pages for each destination give you the full picture before you book.