February weather forecastPunta del Este, Uruguay

February

Weather in February

Moving into February, the weather in Punta del Este starts to transition. Even though temperatures are slightly lower than in January, February still provides sun-soaked days typical of Uruguay’s summer months. Sea temperatures remain constant from the previous month, providing an inviting respite from the radiant heat. Rainfall in February sees a slight increase compared to January, at 57mm (2.24"), hinting at the changing seasons. Regardless, Punta del Este’s February weather still welcomes beach-front leisure and maritime activities.

Temperature

With the start of February, Punta del Este measures an average high-temperature of a still warm 24.9°C (76.8°F), not significantly differing from January's 25.3°C (77.5°F). The nights of February cool down to an average low of 20.3°C (68.5°F), subtly lower than daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 73%.

Rainfall

In Punta del Este, in February, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 57mm (2.24") of accumulated precipitation. In Punta del Este, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.9 days and collects up to 714mm (28.11") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In February, the average sea temperature in Punta del Este is 22.6°C (72.7°F).
Note: If someone is sensitive to cold, the enjoyment of swimming in 22.6°C (72.7°F) water hinges on factors like sunshine, wind, and the current air temperature. (For context: Olympic swimming competitions are held in water temperatures of 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

In Punta del Este, the average length of the day in February is 13h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 19:47. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 19:17 -03.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be mindful! Sand and water reflections can up the Sun's UV exposure.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during February is 24.9°C (76.8°F) and the low-temperature is 20.3°C (68.5°F).

In February, the average relative humidity is 73%.

In Punta del Este, during February, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.

In Punta del Este, the average seawater temperature in February is 22.6°C (72.7°F). A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 22.6°C (72.7°F) water.

In February, the average day length is 13h and 21min.

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 19:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 19:17 -03.

The average sunshine duration in February in Punta del Este is 8.6h.

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J February M A M J J A S O N D

Jan

February

Mar

Average high temperature

25.3°C

24.9°C

22.9°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

21.3km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

10.3

11.8

14.3

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

13.7

13.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Average high temperature in February: 24.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.2°C).

Average low temperature in February: 20.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.7°C).

Average pressure in February
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Average pressure in February: 1012.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1011.5mbar).

Average wind speed in February
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Average wind speed in February: 19.9km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and September (21.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (19.1km/h).

Average humidity in February
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Average humidity in February: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).

Average rainfall in February
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Average rainfall in February: 57mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (74mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (44mm).

Average rainfall days in February
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Average rainfall days in February: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, August and September (10.2 days).

Average sea temperature in February
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Average sea temperature in February: 22.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (22.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is July (11.8°C).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Average daylight in February: 13h and 18min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

Average sunshine in February: 8h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in February
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Average sunshine days in February: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.6 days).

Average UV index in February
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Average UV index in February: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in February
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Average cloud cover in February: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in February
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Average visibility in February: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).