What February feels like in Medellin
Medellin sits close to the equator, so it has no real winter or summer — it is warm all year, and February follows the same pattern. Warm daytime weather invites long lunches outside and evening strolls. Once the sun goes down the air changes: nights stay mild. The air is muggy, so it feels hotter than the thermometer suggests.
Rain in Medellin in February
Rain is part of normal life this month, falling on most days. A rainy day brings about 6.8 mm (0.3 in) on average — steady rain rather than a passing shower. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 8.7 mm per rainy day. It is among the three driest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in February
On 15 February the sun rises at about 6:19 am and sets around 6:14 pm local time, giving 11 h 55 min of daylight. Day length barely changes from mid-January (8 min longer). Close to the equator, sunrise and sunset times move very little through the year. The sun is out for roughly 83% of those daylight hours, so skies are mostly clear.
How February compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, February comes out as the 4th warmest month in Medellin. It is about as warm as January, with 36 mm more rain. Temperatures barely move from one month to the next here. The next month's average high: 25.9°C (78.6°F).
Who February suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — rain interrupts outdoor plans.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Medellin in February
Versatile Layers
Pack pieces you can take off by noon and put back on at dusk.
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Medellin in February?
Expect around 25.9°C (78.6°F) in the afternoon and 16.1°C (61°F) at night, which most visitors would call warm.
Does it rain a lot in Medellin in February?
Quite a lot — 150 mm spread over about 22 days.
What should I wear in Medellin in February?
Based on the averages: versatile layers, rain protection and sunglasses. Bring something extra for the cooler evenings.
Is February or March better for visiting Medellin?
On our 12-month climate ranking, February comes out ahead (#3 of 12 vs #9). March has more rainy days.