Climate guide for Hierve el Agua, Mexico

Hierve el Agua in February

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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February · Mexico

Best time to visit Hierve el Agua in February Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Hierve el Agua in February

Average temperature 16°C, 13 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 68% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

February score

9.6/10

Ranked #3 of 12 months

Full year for Hierve el Agua
Avg temp
16°C
Rainfall
13 mm
Humidity
68%
Days with 6h+ sun
27
Crowd Density
Moderate Crowds
Average Expenses
$$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)

February in Hierve el Agua scores 9.6/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 16°C, 13 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Hierve el Agua forms petrified waterfalls and cliff pools overlooking Oaxaca’s mountain valleys. Best window: late spring through early autumn.

February in Hierve el Agua — one of the year's strongest windows (3rd)

Temperatures hover around 16°C (62°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.

At just 13 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.4 hours of daylight.

On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Hierve el Agua at 9.6/10 (3rd of 12), just behind April at 9.9/10.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, footwear you can get muddy.

Budget for peak pricing, and crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Hierve el Agua in February?
In February, Hierve el Agua averages 16°C, 13 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.6/10.
Is February a good time to visit Hierve el Agua?
February earns a 9.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Hierve el Agua in February?
Expect about 13 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 68% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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