Yamba Weather in February (1981–2025)

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February at a Glance in Yamba

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
27.8°C
Avg Low
❄️
21.2°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
24.5°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
172 mm
Avg Humidity
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74%
Avg Wind
🌬️
3 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
6.1
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
+4.2°C
temp difference
🌡️Warm afternoons🌙Mild mornings☀️Very sunny🌧️Wet month💨Breezy😊Comfortable humidity

Yamba February Weather Overview

February is one of the warmer months of the year in Yamba, with average highs near 27.8°C and lows around 21.2°C (mean 24.5°C). It is a relatively wet time of year, averaging 172 mm of rainfall and 74% relative humidity across the period.

Yamba February Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

February is one of the warmer months of the year in Yamba. Across 45 years of records, the warmest Februarys in Yamba were 1998 and 2017 — when the month averaged 26.5°C — while the coldest was 1989 at 22.5°C. Typical February days reach 27.8°C with nights near 21.2°C. The long-term February temperature trend is broadly flat.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp24.4°C→24.6°C+0.2°C
Max Temp27.8°C→27.8°C0°C
Min Temp21.1°C→21.4°C+0.3°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.1°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.1°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

22.0°C–23.3°C4 yr (9%)
23.3°C–24.5°C15 yr (33%)
24.5°C–25.8°C24 yr (53%)
25.8°C–27.0°C2 yr (4%)

Yamba February Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

February is a relatively wet time of year in Yamba, averaging 172 mm of rainfall. The wettest February on record was 2022 with 603 mm, while the driest was 2014 at 34 mm.

Yamba February Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Yamba during February averages 74%. The most humid February was 2020 at 83%, and the least humid was 2019 at 64%.

Yamba February Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

February receives about 6.1 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Yamba. The sunniest February was 2025 at 6.9 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2003 at 4.9.

Yamba February Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Yamba during February is 3 m/s. The windiest February was 1999 at 3.6 m/s, while the calmest was 2012 at 2.4 m/s.

What February Feels Like in Yamba

🌅
Mild
Morning
🌞
Warm
Afternoon
🌆
Mild
Evening
Rain chanceHigh
Outdoor comfort★★★☆☆

How February Ranks in Yamba

🔥2nd warmest month of the year
🌧️2nd wettest month of the year
☀️4th sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Yamba Weather by Month

Yamba February Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp24.2°C24.5°C24.5°C24.8°C24.6°C+0.4°C
Avg High27.6°C27.8°C27.7°C28.1°C27.7°C+0.1°C
Avg Low20.7°C21.3°C21.3°C21.5°C21.6°C+0.9°C
Avg Rain151 mm177 mm165 mm140 mm257 mm+106 mm

Extreme February Records in Yamba

🔥Warmest February41.2°C2004
🧊Coldest February15.9°C1996
🌧️Wettest February603 mm2022
🏜️Driest February34 mm2014
🌬️Windiest February3.6 m/s1999

Key Insights for February

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February temperatures in Yamba have stayed relatively stable across the record.

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February has ranged from a record low of 15.9°C (1996) to a record high of 41.2°C (2004).

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Rainfall in February is a relatively wet time of year, averaging 172 mm, with a wettest year of 603 mm.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Yamba?

A quieter season to visit Yamba

If your dates are flexible, the more temperate months of November and October tend to be the most comfortable for visiting Yamba. That said, February — with days averaging 27.8°C and nights around 21.2°C (mean 24.5°C) and higher rainfall (172 mm) — can still be rewarding for travellers who don't mind the warmth, and often means fewer crowds.

See Yamba's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Yamba Weather in February — In Depth

☀️ February climate overview

February is one of the warmer months of the year in Yamba, with average highs near 27.8°C and lows around 21.2°C (mean 24.5°C). It is a relatively wet time of year, averaging 172 mm of rainfall and 74% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in February

February averages 172 mm of rainfall in Yamba, a relatively wet time of year compared with the rest of the year. The wettest February on record saw 603 mm (2022), and the driest just 34 mm (2014). Humidity sits around 74% and average wind speed is 3 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 6.1 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How February has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average February temperatures have risen by about 0.2°C. Daytime highs moved from 27.8°C to 27.8°C and overnight lows from 21.1°C to 21.4°C over the same span.
February Weather in Yamba, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202528.4°C25.1°C21.8°C30.7°C18.4°C69 mm71%2.6 m/s6.9
202428.9°C25.6°C22.4°C33.9°C20.5°C134 mm77%2.6 m/s6.4
202328.6°C24.9°C21.2°C36.9°C18.5°C70 mm69%2.7 m/s6.6
2022 🌧️26.2°C23.5°C20.8°C32.3°C18.2°C603 mm78%3.4 m/s5.3
202126.8°C23.8°C20.9°C30.0°C18.5°C220 mm78%3.1 m/s5.8
202027.1°C24.7°C22.2°C35.8°C20.2°C446 mm83%2.8 m/s5.2
201929.4°C25.7°C22.0°C38.8°C19.7°C75 mm64%3.5 m/s6.7
201828.9°C25.2°C21.5°C37.6°C18.8°C148 mm71%3 m/s6.1
201730.7°C26.5°C22.3°C41.1°C20.2°C75 mm67%3.1 m/s6.5
201629.4°C25.5°C21.7°C35.2°C18.7°C61 mm70%3.2 m/s6.8
201526.1°C23.6°C21.1°C28.0°C18.5°C257 mm78%2.9 m/s6
201428.7°C25.1°C21.5°C34.2°C19.1°C34 mm67%2.9 m/s5.9
201325.0°C22.6°C20.2°C27.6°C16.0°C325 mm81%3.4 m/s5.7
201226.1°C23.4°C20.6°C29.3°C19.3°C171 mm82%2.4 m/s6.3
201129.0°C25.4°C21.8°C35.1°C19.3°C96 mm74%3.1 m/s6.1
201028.0°C25.0°C21.9°C33.6°C20.3°C160 mm75%3.1 m/s5.9
200927.7°C24.6°C21.4°C31.3°C18.0°C212 mm76%2.9 m/s6.1
200825.2°C22.8°C20.4°C28.4°C18.3°C293 mm81%3.1 m/s5.4
200727.8°C24.7°C21.6°C30.7°C20.5°C105 mm71%2.7 m/s6.5
200628.5°C25.4°C22.3°C31.3°C20.5°C127 mm76%2.8 m/s6.3
200529.0°C25.2°C21.4°C33.3°C18.1°C72 mm70%2.9 m/s6.6
200430.1°C25.7°C21.2°C41.2°C16.9°C152 mm72%2.8 m/s6.6
200327.0°C24.3°C21.6°C32.1°C21.0°C269 mm76%3.1 m/s4.9
200228.5°C25.1°C21.6°C33.2°C18.8°C155 mm72%3 m/s5.7
200126.6°C23.7°C20.9°C29.6°C19.8°C213 mm78%2.9 m/s6.3
200027.0°C23.6°C20.1°C32.2°C18.7°C52 mm68%3 m/s6.1
199926.2°C23.7°C21.2°C33.6°C19.6°C230 mm80%3.6 m/s5.2
1998 🔥30.4°C26.5°C22.7°C35.3°C20.5°C103 mm70%2.8 m/s6.4
199728.3°C24.8°C21.4°C35.2°C17.8°C207 mm77%2.9 m/s6.1
199627.1°C23.5°C19.9°C32.6°C15.9°C109 mm73%3.3 m/s6.1
199526.8°C23.7°C20.5°C35.2°C18.7°C243 mm74%3.5 m/s5.4
199427.3°C24.0°C20.8°C31.7°C19.2°C131 mm72%2.7 m/s5.5
199329.2°C25.4°C21.6°C33.8°C18.5°C92 mm69%2.9 m/s6.4
199227.1°C24.3°C21.5°C31.8°C18.0°C199 mm80%3.2 m/s5.4
199128.9°C25.3°C21.7°C33.9°C19.8°C100 mm70%3.1 m/s6.5
199026.5°C23.9°C21.3°C29.7°C18.8°C351 mm82%2.8 m/s6.2
1989 ❄️25.1°C22.5°C19.8°C29.5°C17.0°C124 mm79%3 m/s5.8
198826.2°C22.8°C19.4°C29.4°C16.9°C96 mm73%3.2 m/s6.2
198728.9°C25.2°C21.4°C34.3°C19.5°C96 mm68%3.2 m/s6
198629.1°C24.9°C20.6°C33.4°C18.3°C86 mm67%2.7 m/s6.6
198527.0°C23.7°C20.3°C32.0°C17.4°C261 mm73%3.1 m/s6.3
198426.6°C23.4°C20.2°C31.7°C16.6°C149 mm76%2.6 m/s5.7
198329.5°C25.3°C21.2°C36.0°C18.0°C130 mm67%2.7 m/s—
198228.0°C24.7°C21.3°C35.1°C18.8°C122 mm74%2.8 m/s—
198127.9°C25.1°C22.3°C31.3°C17.8°C299 mm81%3.3 m/s—

Actual recorded February data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Yamba February Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Yamba in February?▼

The average high in February is around 27.8°C with lows near 21.2°C (mean 24.5°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Yamba in February?▼

February averages 172 mm of rainfall in Yamba, a relatively wet time of year. The wettest on record was 603 mm in 2022.

What was the hottest February on record in Yamba?▼

The hottest February reached 41.2°C in 2004. The coldest dipped to 15.9°C in 1996.

Has February in Yamba gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average February temperatures have risen by about 0.2°C. Daytime highs moved from 27.8°C to 27.8°C and overnight lows from 21.1°C to 21.4°C over the same span.

Is February a good time to visit Yamba?▼

February is one of the warmer months of the year in Yamba and a relatively wet time of year, so plan for around 27.8°C daytime highs and 21.2°C at night.

Is February the coldest month in Yamba?▼

Not quite — February is the 11th coolest month in Yamba, averaging 24.5°C.

What should I pack for Yamba in February?▼

For February in Yamba, pack light layers you can adjust through the day, with typical highs of 27.8°C and lows of 21.2°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Yamba humid in February?▼

Relative humidity in February averages 74% — moderately humid.

How windy is Yamba in February?▼

Average wind speed in February is 3 m/s. The windiest February on record averaged 3.6 m/s (1999).

Which February had the most rainfall in Yamba?▼

The wettest February on record was 2022 with 603 mm. On average, February sees 172 mm.

Where does this February weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Yamba behaves each February, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for February specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.