Late summer · Weather & things to do
Iguazú in February
Little changes in Iguazú from January: highs stay near 89°F (32°C), lows near 74°F (23°C), and about 5.1 in (129 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 57/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 89°F (32°C)
- Avg low
- 74°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 5.1 in (129 mm)
- Humidity
- 72%
- Cloud cover
- 64%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 52 min
- Comfort score
- 57/100 · Fair
What February feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 89°F (32°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 74°F (23°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 5.1 in (129 mm) across the month.
Plan around February
February sits mid-table; the best months are June – September.
- Comfort improves from 54/100 in January to 57/100.
- Our Buenos Aires, Mendoza & Iguazú route recommends Mar – May, Sep – Nov, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 89°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Iguazú in February
Afternoons run hot (89°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Gran Aventura
Jeep through the jungle then a speedboat ride straight into the base of the falls.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 89°F.
Hito Tres Fronteras
Lookout where Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay meet at the river junction.
Why now Best first thing, before the 89°F afternoon heat.
Itaipu Dam
Huge hydroelectric dam on the Brazil–Paraguay border with panoramic and technical tours.
Iguazú National Park
Argentine side of the falls with upper and lower circuits on catwalks through the jungle.
Gran Meliá Iguazú
Hotel inside the Argentine park whose bar and terrace look straight at the falls.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Iguazú in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Iguazú?
It's middling, scoring 57/100. The best months are June – September, at up to 87. Expect highs of 89°F (32°C) and 5.1 in (129 mm) of rain. Our Buenos Aires, Mendoza & Iguazú route recommends Mar – May, Sep – Nov, so February is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Iguazú in February?
Average highs are 89°F (32°C) and average lows 74°F (23°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Iguazú in February?
Yes: about 5.1 in (129 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 63.5 in (1613 mm).
What should I pack for Iguazú in February?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 89°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Iguazú in February?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.