February · Colombia
Best time to visit Salento in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Salento in February
Average temperature 16°C, 129 mm of rain, about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 87% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
6.9/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 16°C
- Rainfall
- 129 mm
- Humidity
- 87%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 15
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
February in Salento scores 6.9/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 16°C, 129 mm of rain, and roughly 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Salento is a painted town in Colombia's coffee country, gateway to the wax palms of Cocora.
February in Salento — workable with trade-offs
Temperatures hover around 16°C (60°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
129 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 6.9/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 8/10 for the best month here.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Salento in February?
- In February, Salento averages 16°C, 129 mm of rain, and about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.9/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Salento?
- February earns a 6.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Salento in February?
- Expect about 129 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 87% and there are about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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