February is Medellín with nothing on the calendar and perfect weather, which is the point.
Weather#
| Typical | |
|---|---|
| Days | ~28°C / 82°F, sunny |
| Nights | ~17°C / 63°F |
| Rain | The year's least |
What's on#
Little. Football most weekends, salsa and tango nights as ever, the odd concert. Colombia's love-and-friendship day is in September (Medellín in September), so the 14th is a normal Saturday.
What to do#
The dry-season day trips: Guatapé and El Peñol, Parque Arví by Metrocable, Santa Fe de Antioquia, a coffee-town overnight in Jardín or Jericó (day trips). In the city: Comuna 13, the Botero plaza, Laureles on foot, a fonda on Saturday night. Things to do, the 4-day itinerary, for couples.
Prices#
The lowest of the dry season. Where to stay, on a budget.
Pack#
Light clothes, a sweater for the evening, sunscreen, walking shoes. First time in Medellín.
With a paisa#
Post your dates on Roavi Community: travellers in Medellín in February appear together, and Local Friends who live here reply. A Local Friend for a Saturday is the fonda, the aguardiente and the city's actual nightlife (the local guide).
Medellín in February? Spend an evening with someone who lives there.
Meet a Local FriendFrequently Asked Questions
What is the weather like in Medellín in February?
The driest month: highs around 28°C (82°F), lows around 17°C (63°F), sunny days, cool evenings, very little rain. The hills are at their greenest from the earlier rains and the skies at their clearest.Is February a good time to visit Medellín?
The best-value month: perfect weather, few tourists, no holidays pushing prices up, and everything outdoors at its best. The only thing missing is a festival.Is Valentine's Day celebrated in Medellín?
Barely. Colombia's Día del Amor y la Amistad is the third Saturday of September. A few restaurants do something on 14 February for visitors; most paisas don't notice.What should I do in Medellín in February?
The dry-season list: Guatapé and the rock, Parque Arví by cable car, Comuna 13, the hikes around the valley, a fonda night, a football match, and the coffee towns of Jardín or Jericó for an overnight.
