February · Peru
Best time to visit Arequipa in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Arequipa in February
Average temperature 12°C, 29 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 70% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
9.3/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 12°C
- Rainfall
- 29 mm
- Humidity
- 70%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
February in Arequipa scores 9.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 12°C, 29 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Arequipa's white sillar stone buildings sit under the Misti volcano, gateway to Colca canyon.
February is one of the strongest months in Arequipa (5th)
Temperatures hover around 12°C (54°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
With around 29 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.5 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Arequipa at 9.3/10 (5th of 12), just behind November at 9.6/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Arequipa in February?
- In February, Arequipa averages 12°C, 29 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.3/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Arequipa?
- February earns a 9.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Arequipa in February?
- Expect about 29 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 70% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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