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Cajamarca Weather in February
Thinking of visiting Cajamarca in February? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 17°C (63°F) during the day, dropping to 8°C (46°F) at night. Heavy showers are common during the rainy season.
Rainfall in Cajamarca in February
As part of the rainy season, Cajamarca sees around 18 days of rain in February, with an average of 417 mm (16 in). With high rainfall totals spread across the month, individual showers can be very heavy. Waterproof gear is strongly recommended.
Temperature in Cajamarca in February
Daytime highs in Cajamarca in February reach 17°C (63°F), with nights around 8°C (46°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. At 8°C (46°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.
Wind Speed in Cajamarca in February
Wind speeds average 1 m/s (2 knots) during February. At this speed, you'll experience mostly light air movement that's just barely noticeable. As an average, some days will be completely calm while others have gentle breezes you can feel on your skin.February in Cajamarca can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Cajamarca Temperature in February
Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Chance of Rain
61%
Precipitation
417 mm (16 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Humidity
67%
Windspeed
1 m/s (2 knots)
Cajamarca Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Cajamarca in February
Browse day-by-day weather records for Cajamarca spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Cajamarca historical weather extremes in February
Based on 24 years of weather observations in Cajamarca between 2002 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
- The warmest day in February was on February 23, 2020, with a maximum of 26°C (79°F).
- Cajamarca experienced its chilliest February day on February 12, 2011, reaching only 14°C (57°F).
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to 2°C (36°F) on February 1, 2022, marking the coldest February night on record.
- The heaviest February precipitation occurred on February 23, 2013, when 290 mm (11 in) of precipitation fell.
Best Places in Peru in February
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Cajamarca in February
For Cajamarca in February, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.
What To Do in Cajamarca in February
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Camping3/10
Cajamarca 3-Day Forecast
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