El Calafate weather in February (Santa Cruz, Argentina)

How is the weather in El Calafate in February? This guide provides all the details you need.

In February, El Calafate generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. February falls within the summer season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 16°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 5°C. On average, it sees the highest temps of the year.

El Calafate in February usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 83 mm for the month. Typically around 4 days of rainfall is expected.

With around 211 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, February is a great time to visit. January, February and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized El Calafate climate page with graphs.

 

El Calafate, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 14%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 83 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  
HumidityHumidity 48%  
SunshineSunshine 211 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 52%  

Where to go in Argentina in February

Find out more about the weather in Argentina in February and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in El Calafate in February?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in February.

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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