Month guide · Bogotá · Colombia
Bogotá in February
What February is really like in Bogotá: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
February is one of the best months to visit Bogotá. Expect average highs of 20°C (68°F), lows of 8°C (46°F), about 10 rainy days and roughly 12 hours of daylight. Dry and bright, with clear views from Monserrate; a good time for day trips.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 20°C (68°F) / 8°C (46°F)
- Rainy days
- About 10
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in February
February is the 2nd-warmest month in Bogotá: days average 20°C (68°F) against a yearly average high of 19°C (66°F), and nights fall to about 8°C (46°F). Rain falls on roughly 10 of its 28 days. Compared with January (20°C (68°F)), February is about as warm; by March highs stay near 20°C (68°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 06:11
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 18:10
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
Second rainy season (October–November). The wettest months, with heavy afternoon rain; good for museums and indoor sights.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 3 for crowds (the peak is February at 3) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in January). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in February
February has no major recurring festival in Bogotá, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in February
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Viewpoint · Cerros Orientales
Monserrate
The church-topped mountain above La Candelaria rises to more than 3,100 metres and gives a panoramic view over the city.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Views
- Couples
- Active
- Photo spot
Landmark · La Candelaria
Plaza de Bolívar
Visit in the morning, then walk up Carrera 7 and Calle 11 towards the Museo Botero.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- History
- Architecture
Neighbourhood · La Candelaria
La Candelaria street art
Bogotá's walls are covered with large murals and graffiti, from political works to colourful portraits, especially along Calle 26, the streets around Chorro de Quevedo and the eastern edge of La Candelaria.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Art
- Photo spot
- History
Historic site · La Candelaria
Chorro de Quevedo
Try chicha, the fermented corn drink, in the Callejón del Embudo, but go easy — it can be strong.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Food
What to pack
For highs near 20°C, lows near 8°C and 10 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit Bogotá?
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Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Bogotá?
It is one of the best months to visit Bogotá. Dry and bright, with clear views from Monserrate; a good time for day trips.
+How warm is Bogotá in February?
Average highs are around 20°C (68°F) and lows around 8°C (46°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Bogotá in February?
Expect rain on about 10 days of the month.