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Bogotá in February: The Driest Month, Nothing on the Calendar, and the Best Prices of the Dry Season

February is Bogotá's driest month: around 19°C by day, 8°C at night, clear mornings, no holiday crowds and no big events. The best month for Monserrate, the day trips and walking the city. Weather, prices and what to pack.

Oscar Garcia·Founder of Roavi··1 min read

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February is Bogotá with nothing on the calendar and the clearest skies of the year.

Weather#

Typical
DaysAround 19°C, clear
NightsAround 8°C
RainThe year's least

January before, March after.

What's on#

Little, by design. Valentine's is a non-event; the city is at work and at university.

What to do#

Everything that wants a clear sky: Monserrate at dawn, the ciclovía on Sunday, Zipaquirá and Guatavita, the Gold Museum and Botero in La Candelaria, Usaquén's Sunday market. The 3-day itinerary, the food guide, nightlife.

Prices#

The lowest of the dry season. Where to stay.

Pack#

Layers, sunscreen, a jacket for nights.

With a rolo#

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the weather like in Bogotá in February?
    Highs around 19°C, nights around 8°C, the least rain of the year and clear mornings. The sun is strong at 2,640 metres.
  • Is February a good time to visit Bogotá?
    The best balance of weather and price: dry, no school holidays, hotels at normal rates, the city in its working rhythm.
  • Is Valentine's Day celebrated in Bogotá?
    Barely. Colombia's day for love and friendship is the third Saturday of September. 14 February is a normal day with a few restaurant promotions.
  • What should I do in Bogotá in February?
    Monserrate at dawn, La Candelaria and the Gold Museum, a Sunday ciclovía, Zipaquirá or Guatavita as a day trip, and the restaurants of Chapinero and Usaquén at night.

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