What February feels like in Buenos Aires
Late summer arrives in Buenos Aires with February (Buenos Aires is in the southern hemisphere, so the seasons run opposite to Europe and North America). Warm daytime weather invites long lunches outside and evening strolls. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights stay warm and the temperature hardly changes after dark. Some humidity hangs in the air, noticeable when the sun is strong.
Rain in Buenos Aires in February
Expect a mix of dry and wet days, with rain about one day in 4. Rain tends to come in heavy bursts: about 13.9 mm (0.5 in) on an average rainy day. The yearly figure is similar, around 11.5 mm per wet day. It is among the three wettest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in February
On 15 February the sun rises at about 6:27 am and sets around 7:49 pm local time, giving 13 h 21 min of daylight. Evenings are drawing in — 52 min less daylight than mid-January. About 83% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, skies are mostly clear.
How February compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, February comes out as the 2nd warmest month in Buenos Aires. Afternoons run 1°C (1.8°F) cooler than in January, with 34 mm more rain. The cooling trend carries on into March. March averages a high of 24.6°C (76.3°F).
Who February suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
Tips for visiting Buenos Aires in February
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Buenos Aires in February?
Afternoons average 27.3°C (81.1°F) and nights about 20.3°C (68.5°F) — warm by most people's standards. It is the 2nd warmest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Buenos Aires in February?
Yes, fairly — rain falls about one day in 4 and totals about 111 mm, so an umbrella is worth carrying.
What should I wear in Buenos Aires in February?
Pack rain protection and sunglasses. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is February or March better for visiting Buenos Aires?
March scores better on our climate ranking (#3 of 12 vs #12), rated Great against Good. March is cooler.