Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Medellín in February
Medellín's warmest month brings highs averaging 76°F (24°C), lows of 61°F (16°C) and about 4.4 in (111 mm) of rain.
At 66/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 76°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 61°F (16°C)
- Rain
- 4.4 in (111 mm)
- Humidity
- 86%
- Cloud cover
- 70%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 48 min
- Comfort score
- 66/100 · Good
What February feels like
Highs settle around 76°F (24°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Lows average 61°F (16°C).
With 86% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.4 in (111 mm).
Plan around February
February is one of Medellín's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by March, the score drops to 57/100.
- Humidity season begins: 86% on average, up from 87% in January.
- Comfort holds steady from January (64 → 66/100).
- February sits inside the Dec – Mar window our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends.
What to pack for February
- Light, breathable clothes76°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics86% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Medellín in February
February is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Comuna 13
Hillside neighborhood transformed by outdoor escalators, murals and hip-hop, best seen with a local guide.
Pueblito Paisa
Replica Antioquian village atop Cerro Nutibara with views over the city.
Jardín Botánico de Medellín
Free botanical garden with an orchid house and the wooden Orquideorama canopy.
Why now February scores 66/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Guatapé and El Peñol
Climb 700-plus steps up a granite monolith over a reservoir, then walk Guatapé's painted streets.
Why now Highs near 76°F and 4.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Carmen
Chef-run restaurant in El Poblado pairing Colombian ingredients with modern technique.
Nearby in February
- Salento in February~111 mi · highs 71°F, 4.1 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Bogotá in February~148 mi · highs 68°F, 2.8 in rain · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, drier
- Cartagena in February~287 mi · highs 85°F, 0.1 in rain · 5°C (10°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,848 m to Medellín's ~1,481 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Medellín in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Medellín?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 66/100. Expect highs of 76°F (24°C) and 4.4 in (111 mm) of rain. February is inside the Dec – Mar window our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends.
How hot is Medellín in February?
Average highs are 76°F (24°C) and average lows 61°F (16°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Medellín in February?
Some: about 4.4 in (111 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 89.4 in (2271 mm).
What should I pack for Medellín in February?
Bring light, breathable clothes (76°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (86% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in February
- Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean Dec – Mar
Planning Medellín in February?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.