February · Australia
Best time to visit Townsville in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Townsville in February
Average temperature 27°C, 130 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
8.0/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 130 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
February in Townsville scores 8.0/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 130 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Townsville is North Queensland’s reef-and-army city-Magnetic Island ferries and dry-tropics sunshine. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
February in Townsville: strong conditions, 9th of 12
February averages 27°C (81°F) and humidity near 79%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Monthly rainfall reaches 130 mm — wet for this destination — but about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 8/10 here, 9th of 12 months, against 10/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? October scores 2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Townsville in February?
- In February, Townsville averages 27°C, 130 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.0/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Townsville?
- February earns a 8.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Townsville in February?
- Expect about 130 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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