What to expect in Buenos Aires in February
February is a mixed month in Buenos Aires. You get 29° / 19°, but the biggest crowds of the year. Worth it for the right traveller.
Buenos Aires weather in February
Typical conditions in Buenos Aires during February, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 29°C 84°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 19°C 66°F |
| Rainfall | Moderate 45/100 |
| Total rainfall | 127 mm5.0 in |
| Rainy days | 8 |
| Daylight | 13 h 22 min |
| How it feels | Warm and comfortable |
Average highs sit around 29°C with lows near 19°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are High for Buenos Aires — the biggest crowds of the year.
Prices & value
This month counts as shoulder season: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Light layers for 29°C days and something with sleeves for evenings, which cool to around 19°C.
What it costs
Costs in February sit around the yearly average for Buenos Aires — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough.
Who this month suits
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Buenos Aires Carnival while you’re there.
- Buenos Aires Carnival — Murga troupes drum and dance through neighborhood street parties.
Buenos Aires in February compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 28° / 18° | High | $$ | 52 |
| January | 30° / 20° | Moderate | $$ | 53 |
| February · This month | 29° / 19° | High | $$ | 51 |
| March | 26° / 17° | Moderate | $$ | 60 |
| April | 22° / 13° | Moderate | $$ | 60 |
These months score higher for Buenos Aires on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in February
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in February.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
