February weather forecast
Punta Arenas, Chile

The climate in February presents milder conditions compared to January. The arrival of February sees a gentle dip in temperatures, and the precipitation levels also slightly decrease. With Punta Arenas' weather showcasing its variability, an umbrella and a light jacket should be part of any travel pack. The fantastic landscapes, shaped by the weather patterns, are in their full grandeur throughout February. Its weather, while being cooler and drier than January, still offers an enjoyable environment for outdoor activities.

Temperature

The high-temperature average in February for Punta Arenas is a still mild 14°C (57.2°F), staying closely aligned with January's conditions. Punta Arenas records a mean low-temperature of 6.6°C (43.9°F) in February.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Punta Arenas, in February, during 14 rainfall days, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Punta Arenas, there are 153 rainfall days, and 395mm (15.55") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

The month with the warmest seawater in Punta Arenas is February, with an average sea temperature of 10.3°C (50.5°F).
Note: Swimming in 10.3°C (50.5°F) at temperatures under 10°C (50°F) requires thermal swimsuits; otherwise, one can face cold shock and breathing difficulty. Even brief immersion at 13°C (55.4°F) feels frosty.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Punta Arenas is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 21:40. On the last day of February, in Punta Arenas, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 20:42 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in February leads to these recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.