El Calafate Weather in February
Thinking of visiting El Calafate in February? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 16°C (61°F) during the day, dropping to 5°C (41°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.
Rainfall in El Calafate in February
Typically, you can expect about 4 days of rain this month, with 83 mm (3.3 in) on average. When rain does fall this month, it tends to come down hard. The low number of rain days makes each shower more significant.
Temperature in El Calafate in February
February in El Calafate brings typical temperatures with highs around 16°C (61°F) and lows of 5°C (41°F). February is typically considered a summer month. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. With overnight lows of 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets. On average, it sees the highest temps of the year.
Sunshine in El Calafate in February
The city usually sees around 211 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February and December typically offer the best weather for El Calafate.
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El Calafate Temperature in February
Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
14%
Precipitation
83 mm (3.3 in)
Rainy days
4 days
Humidity
48%
Sunshine
211 hours
Percentage Sunshine
52%
Daily Historical Temperatures
42-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in El Calafate typically stay consistent throughout February, with daily highs averaging around 16°C (61°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 9°C (48°F).
Average temperatures in February
Historical weather for El Calafate in February
Browse day-by-day weather records for El Calafate spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
El Calafate historical weather extremes in February
According to our 22 years of weather records for El Calafate, the following extremes were recorded between 2004 and 2026.
- On February 4, 2019, temperatures climbed to 28°C (82°F), marking the warmest February day on record.
- El Calafate experienced its chilliest February day on February 15, 2009, reaching only 9°C (48°F).
- El Calafate registered its coldest February night on February 22, 2019, with temperatures dropping to 0°C (32°F).
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What to Wear in El Calafate in February
Pack for changing conditions in El Calafate in February. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.What To Do in El Calafate in February
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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