Arequipa weather in February (Arequipa, Peru)
Curious about the climate in Arequipa this February? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.
Temperatures
The month of February in Arequipa typically includes moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 16°C, while night temperatures can drop to 9°C. While this is the time of year with slightly cooler averages, it remains comfortably warm.
Precipitation
Arequipa in February falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 252 mm for the month. The heaviest rainfall of the year happens this month, with frequent showers. A poncho is your best bet to stay dry. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 23 days of rain.Average sunshine
With approximately 190 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Arequipa. May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and March tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Arequipa climate page with graphs.
Arequipa, monthly averages in February
Min Temperature
9°C
Max Temperature
16°C
Chance of Rain
78%
Precipitation
252 mm
Rainy days
23 days
Humidity
59%
Windspeed
11 km/h
Sunshine
190 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Peru in February
Find out more about the weather in Peru and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Arequipa, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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