Cradle Mountain in February
Planning a trip to Cradle Mountain in February? Here's the honest weather briefing for what summer looks like on the ground.
Expect the mercury to hit around 15.7 degrees during the day and settle at 6.2 degrees after dark. Manageable with a decent layer, and you'll warm up by midday.
February is 5.1 degrees warmer than the yearly average here.
Rainfall in February averages 66mm over about 10 days. That means roughly a 33% chance of rain on any given day, pack a compact umbrella just in case.
Solar exposure averages 19.5 MJ/m2 per day in February, with UV levels in the very high range. You'll want SPF 50+ and a decent hat.
At 4.1/10 on the Comfort Score, February is middle of the road.
Packing tip: bring layers you can peel on and off, a rain jacket or compact umbrella, and SPF 50+ sunscreen and a hat.
Scroll down for the detailed climate data, or explore what nearby cities are like in February.
February at a Glance
Temperature Range
Daily temperature range in February. The bar shows the typical spread between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
What to Pack
- Layered clothing for mild to cool conditions
- Extra layers for chilly nights
- A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen (SPF 30+) and sunglasses for UV protection
Coming From Overseas?
How February in Cradle Mountain stacks up against major cities around the world.
About 7 degrees warmer and considerably wetter.
About 11 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
About 5 degrees warmer and considerably wetter.
How February Compares
Cradle Mountain's monthly climate at a glance. February is highlighted.
| Month | Max | Min | Rain | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 16.2 | 7.0 | 148mm | 3.6 |
| Feb | 15.7 | 6.2 | 66mm | 4.1 |
| Mar | 14.3 | 6.3 | 96mm | 2.1 |
| Apr | 9.5 | 3.5 | 136mm | 1.0 |
| May | 8.7 | 1.4 | 98mm | 1.0 |
| Jun | 5.5 | -1.1 | 139mm | 1.0 |
| Jul | 5.6 | -0.2 | 119mm | 1.0 |
| Aug | 7.0 | 2.2 | 335mm | 1.0 |
| Sep | 5.8 | 0.4 | 346mm | 1.0 |
| Oct | 9.9 | 1.6 | 126mm | 1.0 |
| Nov | 13.9 | 4.4 | 156mm | 2.1 |
| Dec | 14.5 | 5.4 | 240mm | 1.9 |