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Colombia Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Colombia in February.

Planning a getaway to Colombia this February and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Colombia in February

The weather in Colombia in February can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from mild to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Ipiales at 17°C (63°F) to very hot in Puerto Carreño at 36°C (97°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Puerto Carreño and 8°C (46°F) in Ipiales.

For a closer look at conditions across Colombia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Cabo de la Vela with an average of 2.7 mm (0.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Dosquebradas with 966 mm (38 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Bogotá typically sees 128 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in Colombia in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Colombia.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Colombia

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Colombia?

Temperature range in Colombia (February)

Precipitation variation in Colombia (February)

Bogotá

In February Bogotá generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
128 hours
107 hours
Monthly rainfall
169 mm (6.7 in)
218 mm (8.6 in)
244 mm (9.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
11 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Cartagena

In February Cartagena generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
242 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
9 mm (0.4 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Santa Marta

In February Santa Marta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
286 hours
250 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions

San Andrés

In February San Andrés generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
247 hours
237 hours
279 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Medellín

In February Medellín generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
169 hours
151 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
260 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Colombia in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bogotá 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 218 mm (8.6 in)
Cartagena 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
San Andrés 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Medellín 25°C (77°F) 13°C (55°F) 184 mm (7.2 in)
Cali 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 272 mm (11 in)
Pereira 24°C (75°F) 15°C (59°F) 963 mm (38 in)

Colombia weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Colombia in February?

Expect mixed weather across Colombia in February. The popular destination of Bogotá averages 21°C (70°F) by day and 11°C (52°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Colombia in February?

Bogotá averages a daytime maximum of 21°C (70°F) in February, with overnight lows close to 11°C (52°F).

Does Colombia get a lot of rain in February?

Rainfall in Colombia peaks during February. Bogotá averages roughly 218 mm (8.6 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Colombia?

In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit Colombia due to the typically mixed weather in Bogotá.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide excellent weather in Bogotá. In contrast, February, March, April, October and November tend to have mixed weather conditions.

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