ChileThe weather in February in Punta Arenas
It's cool in February in Punta Arenas with an average temperature of 14°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 11°C to a high of 18°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 8°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in February for Punta Arenas, Chile. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 28°C in 2019, Punta Arenas reached the highest temperature in February over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 1°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -2°C to a highest value of 14°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Punta Arenas is 12°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.
Rainfall amount
In February, there is an average of 26 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 6 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in February for Punta Arenas
Click on any day in February to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Punta Arenas. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
February weather comparison
| Punta Arenas | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 14°C | 6°C |
| Max. temperature | 18°C | 10°C |
| Min. temperature | 4°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 26 mm | 82 mm |
| Rainy days | 6 days | 11 days |
Start of February
The month of February starts in Punta Arenas with cool temps, averaging around 16°C during the day and nights around 7°C.
Mid February
By mid-February, daytime temps drop to around 14°C, with nights around 7°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of February
By the end of February, the average daytime temperature in Punta Arenas is around 13°C, while nighttime temps are about 6°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in February in Punta Arenas, Chile. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in February in Punta Arenas
Temperature in February in Punta Arenas over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in February in Punta Arenas, Chile. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in February in Punta Arenas
Total precipitation in February in Punta Arenas over the years
Daily UV index in February in Punta Arenas
This chart shows the average daily UV index in February in Punta Arenas, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Punta Arenas by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Punta Arenas. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.