February weather forecast
El Calafate, Argentina

February

Weather in February

February ushers in continued warmth, although temperatures slightly dip from the highs of January. The UV index drops to 7, as rainfall increases slightly to 8mm (0.31") to bring added freshness. El Calafate's unique landscapes shine in the 7.5 hours of daily sunshine. Despite the reduced daylight hours, 14.3 hours in total, the city retains the air of summer throughout the month, featuring equally as few rainy days as its predecessor, merely 3.

Temperature

February's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still comfortable 18.5°C (65.3°F) from January's 18.7°C (65.7°F). Nighttime temperature in El Calafate lowers to an average of 7.5°C (45.5°F) in February.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 48%.

Rainfall

February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3 days and accumulates 8mm (0.31") of precipitation.

Snowfall

February, November and December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 21:35. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 20:43 -03.

Sunshine

In El Calafate, the average sunshine in February is 7.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in February translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in February in El Calafate?
In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in El Calafate are 18.5°C (65.3°F) and 7.5°C (45.5°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in February in El Calafate?
In February, the average relative humidity in El Calafate is 48%.
What is the driest month in El Calafate?
The month with the least rainfall in El Calafate is February, when the rain falls for 3 days and typically collects 8mm (0.31") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in February in El Calafate?
In El Calafate, Argentina, during February, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of precipitation.
When it does not snow in El Calafate?
In El Calafate, snow does not fall in February, November and December.
Does it snow in El Calafate in February?
In February, it doesn't snow. January is the latest month when it typically snows.
What is the average length of the day in February in El Calafate?
In El Calafate, Argentina, the average day length in February is 14h and 17min.
When are sunrise and sunset in February in El Calafate?
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 21:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 20:43 -03.
How many hours of sunshine does El Calafate have in February?
In El Calafate, the average sunshine duration in February is 7.5h.
What is the UV index reading in February in El Calafate?
The average daily maximum UV index in February in El Calafate is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index
Average temperature in February - El Calafate, Argentina
Average temperature in February
El Calafate, Argentina
  • Average high temperature in February: 18.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (18.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (4.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 7.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (7.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-2.8°C).

Average humidity in February - El Calafate, Argentina
Average humidity in February
El Calafate, Argentina
  • Average humidity in February: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (47%).

Average rainfall in February - El Calafate, Argentina
Average rainfall in February
El Calafate, Argentina
  • Average rainfall in February: 7.8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (30.6mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (7.8mm).

Average rainfall days in February - El Calafate, Argentina
Average rainfall days in February
El Calafate, Argentina
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and May (8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall days in February - El Calafate, Argentina
Average snowfall days in February
El Calafate, Argentina
  • Average snowfall days in February: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - El Calafate, Argentina
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
El Calafate, Argentina
  • Average daylight in February: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 16h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average UV index in February - El Calafate, Argentina
Average UV index in February
El Calafate, Argentina
  • Average UV index in February: 7

The month with the highest UV index is December (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 1).

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