February is the last month of our summer. It's hot and muggy (humid) at times and you can get sunburnt. It also still rains but there are usually long fine periods between showers. Occasionally there are tropical cyclones with heavy rain and strong wind.

Some workers without families go on holiday now because students go back to school. The camping grounds are full of tourists on holiday and the beaches become crowded, especially at the weekend. New Zealanders love gardening and the lawn mowers are noisy too.

The most important cultural event is Waitangi Day on the 6th. This is always a public holiday.

See the February photo quiz for useful vocabulary.

This site always has new stuff every month so come back soon!!

See 'This months activities' or links (also in the menu bar above for more culture.)

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Listen to Yvonne talk to Bill about playing music.