February · Australia
Best time to visit Launceston in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Launceston in February
Average temperature 17°C, 30 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 63% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
10.0/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 17°C
- Rainfall
- 30 mm
- Humidity
- 63%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
February in Launceston scores 10.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 17°C, 30 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Launceston anchors northern Tasmania-Cataract Gorge walks, Tamar Valley wine, and highland day trips. Best window: November through March in the Southern Hemisphere.
February in Launceston — the year's strongest window
Temperatures hover around 17°C (63°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
With around 30 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.6 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Launceston at 10/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Launceston in February?
- In February, Launceston averages 17°C, 30 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 10.0/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Launceston?
- February earns a 10.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Launceston in February?
- Expect about 30 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 63% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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