Colombia, South America

Medellin in February

Reliable weather and few crowds. One of the best months for Guatape and coffee country trips.

BestDry and warm, highs near 82F (28C)

Medellin, Colombia — MedellinPhoto: Bernard Gagnon, CC BY-SA 4.0

The straight answer

February is one of the best months of the year to visit Medellin. Reliable weather and few crowds. One of the best months for Guatape and coffee country trips.

Weather: Dry and warm, highs near 82F (28C)
Crowds: 2 of 5
Prices: 3 of 5

What February is like in Medellin

February is dry and warm in Medellin, with highs near 82F (28C), cool nights, and reliably sunny days. Crowds are light and prices are fair, so the city feels easy to get around. It is one of the best months for trips out of the city, since mountain roads are clear and dry.

February suits families, couples, and anyone who wants the most dependable weather with the fewest crowds. It is a great month for Guatape and the coffee town of Jardin. There is really no one this month does not suit, other than festival fans, who should aim for August or December.

Make the most of February

What is especially good about Medellin this month.

Coffee country trips

Dry roads make the few-hour drive south to Jardin easy, with coffee farms and a pretty colonial plaza waiting.

Guatape midweek

With low crowds, a Tuesday or Wednesday at Guatape and El Penol is relaxed and uncrowded.

Comuna 13 with a local guide

Clear mornings are ideal for a neighborhood-led tour of the murals and outdoor escalators.

What to pack for February

Layers for warm days and cool nights
Sturdy shoes for El Penol's steps
A sun hat
A refillable water bottle

Our timing tip

Plan your Guatape day on a weekday, since Colombian families pack the town and the rock on weekends and Monday holidays.

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Things to do in Medellin

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Comuna 13

Visit with a local guide from the neighborhood to understand the history behind the murals and escalators. Mornings are less crowded.

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Metrocable and Parque Arvi

Ride the cable cars up over the hillside neighborhoods to the Arvi forest park. Line L to Arvi is usually closed on Mondays.

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Museo de Antioquia and Plaza Botero

Botero's largest collection in his hometown, with 23 bronze sculptures in the plaza outside. Keep valuables close in the busy downtown area.

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Guatape and El Penol

A day trip to climb the 740 steps of the Penol rock and wander the brightly painted town. Go midweek; weekends are packed.

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Museo Casa de la Memoria

A moving museum about Colombia's armed conflict and the city's recovery.

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Jardin Botanico

A free botanical garden with an orchid house near the university. A calm break from the city.

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Beat the crowds

For the Feria de las Flores, book hotels months ahead and reserve a seat in the stands for the silleteros parade.
Visit Guatape and Comuna 13 on weekdays; weekends are packed with local visitors.
See the Christmas lights on a weeknight in early December, before the holiday crowds peak.
February and September are quiet months with good weather and lower prices.

Know before you go

Colombia has many Monday public holidays that bring heavy weekend crowds to Guatape and nearby towns.
Parque Arvi and the Arvi Metrocable line usually close on Mondays; check current hours.
Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day close many businesses, while the days before are festive and busy.
Heavy rain in April, May, October, and November can cause landslides and road closures in the surrounding mountains.

Medellin in February, quick answers

Is February a good time to visit Medellin?

February is one of the best months of the year to visit Medellin. Reliable weather and few crowds. One of the best months for Guatape and coffee country trips.

What is the weather like in Medellin in February?

Dry and warm, highs near 82F (28C).

Is Medellin crowded in February?

February is one of the quieter months in Medellin; most sights can be done without long waits.