February · Uruguay
Best time to visit Punta del Este in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Punta del Este in February
Average temperature 23°C, 58 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 74% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
9.1/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 58 mm
- Humidity
- 74%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
February in Punta del Este scores 9.1/10 for beach and coastal travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 23°C, 58 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Punta del Este is Uruguay's resort peninsula, with ocean beaches, a busy harbour and quiet villages.
February in Punta del Este tops the year's climate scores
With 23°C (73°F) on average, February delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
Budget for roughly 58 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.3 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Punta del Este at 9.1/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Punta del Este in February?
- In February, Punta del Este averages 23°C, 58 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.1/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Punta del Este?
- February earns a 9.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Punta del Este in February?
- Expect about 58 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 74% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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