Cradle Mountain in February
February is right in the heart of summer for Cradle Mountain, and the weather has a definite personality this time of year.
The average daily maximum is 15.7 degrees with overnight lows of 6.2 degrees. It's cool but manageable. A jumper handles most of it.
February is 5.1 degrees warmer than the yearly average here.
The rain data says 66mm over 10 days. A decent amount, but not relentless.
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.
The Comfort Score is 4.1/10 for February. It's fine, but not the highlight of the calendar.
Packing tip: bring a decent jumper or fleece, 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
- A jumper or light cardigan for flexibility
- A warm jumper or fleece for cool mornings and evenings
- Proper rain gear for frequent showers
- 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 |