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Salar de Uyuni Weather in February
In Salar de Uyuni, February brings pleasant daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), with nights cooling to 5°C (41°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.
Rainfall in Salar de Uyuni in February
Typically, you can expect about 14 days of rain this month, with 81 mm (3.2 in) on average. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.
Temperature in Salar de Uyuni in February
Salar de Uyuni in February gets highs of 19°C (66°F) during the day and drops to 5°C (41°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights drop to 5°C (41°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.For Salar de Uyuni itself, April, September, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
Salar de Uyuni Temperature in February
Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Chance of Rain
46%
Precipitation
81 mm (3.2 in)
Rainy days
14 days
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Historical weather records for Salar de Uyuni in February
Browse day-by-day weather records for Salar de Uyuni spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Salar de Uyuni historical weather extremes in February
Based on 20 years of weather observations in Salar de Uyuni between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
- On February 10, 2010, temperatures climbed to 26°C (79°F), marking the warmest February day on record.
- On February 4, 2023, Salar de Uyuni saw its coldest February day with temperatures maxing out at 9°C (48°F).
- The coldest night in February in Salar de Uyuni was on February 20, 2007, with a minimum of -2°C (28°F).
- The wettest February day on record brought 29 mm (1.1 in) of precipitation to Salar de Uyuni (February 4, 2023).
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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 Salar de Uyuni in February
For Salar de Uyuni 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. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho.
What To Do in Salar de Uyuni in February
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling9/10 -
Walking9/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
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