Macetown Weather in February (1981–2025)

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February at a Glance in Macetown

(1981–2025)
Avg High
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16.0°C
Avg Low
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5.9°C
Avg Temp
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11.0°C
Avg Rain
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106 mm
Avg Humidity
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79%
Avg Wind
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2.4 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
5.3
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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+5.3°C
temp difference
❄️Cool afternoons❄️Cold mornings☀️Very sunny🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Macetown February Weather Overview

February is one of the warmer months of the year in Macetown, with average highs near 16°C and lows around 5.9°C (mean 11°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 106 mm of rainfall and 79% relative humidity across the period.

Macetown February Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

February is one of the warmer months of the year in Macetown. Across 45 years of records, the warmest February in Macetown was 1999 — when the month averaged 14.6°C — while the coldest was 1992 at 7.9°C. Typical February days reach 16°C with nights near 5.9°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.4°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp10.5°C→12.1°C+1.6°C
Max Temp15.5°C→17.6°C+2.1°C
Min Temp5.4°C→6.7°C+1.3°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.4°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.5°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

7.0°C–9.0°C3 yr (7%)
9.0°C–11.0°C21 yr (47%)
11.0°C–13.0°C17 yr (38%)
13.0°C–15.0°C4 yr (9%)

Macetown February Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

February is one of the drier months in Macetown, averaging 106 mm of rainfall. The wettest February on record was 1992 with 216 mm, while the driest was 2021 at 31 mm.

Macetown February Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Macetown during February averages 79%. The most humid February was 1987 at 84%, and the least humid was 1999 at 66%.

Macetown February Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

February receives about 5.3 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Macetown. The sunniest February was 2007 at 6.2 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2011 at 4.6.

Macetown February Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Macetown during February is 2.4 m/s. The windiest Februarys were 1987, 2000 and 2004 at 3.1 m/s, while the calmest were 1994, 1995 and 2012 at 1.7 m/s.

What February Feels Like in Macetown

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Cold
Morning
🌞
Cool
Afternoon
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Cold
Evening
Rain chanceHigh
Outdoor comfort★★★☆☆

How February Ranks in Macetown

🔥1st warmest month of the year
🌵3rd driest month of the year
☀️4th sunniest month of the year

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

Explore Macetown Weather by Month

Macetown February Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp10.3°C11.2°C10.5°C11.2°C12.1°C+1.8°C
Avg High15.0°C16.1°C15.6°C16.4°C17.5°C+2.5°C
Avg Low5.5°C6.2°C5.4°C6.1°C6.7°C+1.2°C
Avg Rain126 mm119 mm90 mm102 mm92 mm-34 mm

Extreme February Records in Macetown

🔥Warmest February25.6°C1999
🧊Coldest February-1.8°C2001
🌧️Wettest February216 mm1992
🏜️Driest February31 mm2021
🌬️Windiest February3.1 m/s1987

Key Insights for February

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February temperatures in Macetown have risen by about 1.6°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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February has ranged from a record low of -1.8°C (2001) to a record high of 25.6°C (1999).

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Rainfall in February is one of the drier months, averaging 106 mm, with a wettest year of 216 mm.

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Daytime highs and overnight lows have shifted differently — highs rose about 0.5°C per decade while lows rose 0.2°C per decade, widening the gap between day and night.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Macetown?

One of the best times to visit Macetown

February is one of the best times to visit Macetown. Expect days averaging 16°C and nights around 5.9°C (mean 11°C) — warmer than Macetown's yearly average — with higher rainfall (106 mm), so conditions are generally comfortable for sightseeing and outdoor plans.

See Macetown'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 →

Macetown Weather in February — In Depth

☀️ February climate overview

February is one of the warmer months of the year in Macetown, with average highs near 16°C and lows around 5.9°C (mean 11°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 106 mm of rainfall and 79% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in February

February averages 106 mm of rainfall in Macetown, one of the drier months compared with the rest of the year. The wettest February on record saw 216 mm (1992), and the driest just 31 mm (2021). Humidity sits around 79% and average wind speed is 2.4 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 5.3 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 1.6°C. Daytime highs moved from 15.5°C to 17.6°C and overnight lows from 5.4°C to 6.7°C over the same span.
February Weather in Macetown, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202519.1°C13.4°C7.7°C23.1°C3.5°C47 mm73%1.9 m/s5.9
202415.5°C10.3°C5.2°C20.1°C-0.3°C97 mm80%2.6 m/s5.3
202318.6°C13.1°C7.6°C24.2°C1.3°C87 mm72%2.3 m/s5.4
202217.0°C11.7°C6.3°C21.9°C0.8°C150 mm78%2.1 m/s5.5
202117.8°C12.2°C6.6°C22.5°C1.5°C31 mm75%2 m/s5.6
202017.2°C12.0°C6.9°C20.6°C0.5°C137 mm79%2.5 m/s5.2
201916.2°C10.5°C4.9°C21.1°C0.1°C86 mm76%2.7 m/s5.5
201814.9°C10.1°C5.3°C20.0°C0.9°C195 mm81%2.6 m/s4.9
201715.7°C10.6°C5.4°C20.8°C-0.2°C68 mm79%2.2 m/s5.2
201618.4°C13.2°C8.1°C23.9°C0.5°C108 mm78%2.6 m/s4.9
201516.0°C10.7°C5.3°C20.7°C-1.2°C98 mm79%2.2 m/s5.5
201416.7°C11.4°C6.1°C23.0°C0.0°C76 mm78%2.2 m/s5.4
201317.7°C11.8°C5.9°C22.5°C0.2°C64 mm75%2 m/s6.1
201215.8°C11.2°C6.6°C21.0°C1.0°C104 mm82%1.7 m/s5
201114.9°C10.3°C5.6°C22.1°C0.9°C146 mm83%2.5 m/s4.6
201017.2°C12.3°C7.4°C23.2°C1.3°C77 mm78%2.4 m/s5.9
200914.3°C9.6°C4.9°C21.1°C0.0°C90 mm81%2.3 m/s5
200816.3°C11.2°C6.2°C21.3°C1.0°C119 mm79%2.3 m/s5.3
200716.5°C11.2°C5.8°C21.8°C-0.3°C44 mm79%2 m/s6.2
200616.8°C11.0°C5.2°C21.8°C0.7°C65 mm74%2.6 m/s5.6
200516.8°C12.4°C8.0°C25.5°C-0.3°C125 mm81%2.3 m/s5
200412.5°C8.0°C3.5°C20.3°C-1.2°C166 mm82%3.1 m/s4.7
200315.0°C9.7°C4.5°C21.4°C-1.3°C83 mm78%2.4 m/s5.5
200215.9°C10.6°C5.2°C21.5°C1.1°C66 mm78%2.6 m/s5.6
200115.9°C10.8°C5.7°C21.4°C-1.8°C69 mm80%2.6 m/s5.3
200015.7°C10.5°C5.3°C20.5°C-0.3°C68 mm80%3.1 m/s5.2
1999 🔥20.8°C14.6°C8.4°C25.6°C1.5°C37 mm66%2.3 m/s5.7
199817.0°C12.2°C7.3°C21.5°C1.9°C148 mm81%3 m/s4.7
199716.4°C11.8°C7.1°C21.7°C1.4°C152 mm80%2.2 m/s5.1
199615.2°C10.6°C6.0°C19.8°C-1.7°C62 mm80%2.4 m/s5.3
199516.8°C11.9°C6.9°C22.1°C1.3°C110 mm80%1.7 m/s5.8
199416.2°C11.4°C6.6°C21.1°C-0.2°C131 mm82%1.7 m/s5.4
199314.6°C9.9°C5.2°C19.2°C-0.6°C88 mm83%2.2 m/s5.2
1992 ❄️ 🌧️13.2°C7.9°C2.6°C21.3°C-0.3°C216 mm83%2.9 m/s5.2
199113.6°C8.8°C4.0°C20.1°C0.0°C171 mm81%2.9 m/s5
199017.4°C12.5°C7.5°C24.2°C2.0°C75 mm78%2.3 m/s5.2
198915.6°C10.9°C6.3°C21.5°C0.3°C106 mm79%2.4 m/s5.5
198814.3°C10.3°C6.3°C20.8°C-0.6°C179 mm83%2.7 m/s4.8
198713.7°C9.1°C4.6°C18.3°C1.7°C149 mm84%3.1 m/s5.1
198614.1°C9.7°C5.3°C20.0°C2.3°C134 mm82%2.4 m/s5.3
198514.9°C10.0°C5.1°C20.1°C-0.2°C84 mm81%2.4 m/s5.3
198416.3°C11.3°C6.3°C19.7°C1.5°C125 mm80%2 m/s5.2
198314.6°C9.9°C5.1°C20.4°C0.9°C92 mm82%2.2 m/s—
198215.7°C10.5°C5.3°C20.0°C1.0°C156 mm82%2.7 m/s—
198115.9°C10.6°C5.3°C22.4°C0.3°C110 mm80%2.7 m/s—

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

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Macetown February Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Macetown in February?▼

The average high in February is around 16°C with lows near 5.9°C (mean 11°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Macetown in February?▼

February averages 106 mm of rainfall in Macetown, one of the drier months. The wettest on record was 216 mm in 1992.

What was the hottest February on record in Macetown?▼

The hottest February reached 25.6°C in 1999. The coldest dipped to -1.8°C in 2001.

Has February in Macetown 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 1.6°C. Daytime highs moved from 15.5°C to 17.6°C and overnight lows from 5.4°C to 6.7°C over the same span.

Is February a good time to visit Macetown?▼

February is one of the warmer months of the year in Macetown and one of the drier months, so plan for around 16°C daytime highs and 5.9°C at night.

Is February the coldest month in Macetown?▼

Not quite — February is the 12th coolest month in Macetown, averaging 11°C.

What should I pack for Macetown in February?▼

For February in Macetown, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 16°C and lows of 5.9°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Macetown humid in February?▼

Relative humidity in February averages 79% — quite humid.

How windy is Macetown in February?▼

Average wind speed in February is 2.4 m/s. The windiest February on record averaged 3.1 m/s (1987).

Which February had the most rainfall in Macetown?▼

The wettest February on record was 1992 with 216 mm. On average, February sees 106 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 Macetown 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.