Curaçao · February
Best travel monthTravel seasonCuraçao · North America
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 30° (86°)27– (81–)31 (88) | 30° (86°)28– (82–)31 (88) | 31° (88°)28– (82–)31 (88) | 31° (88°)29– (84–)32 (90) | 32° (90°)29– (84–)33 (91) | 32° (90°)30– (86–)33 (91) | 32° (90°)30– (86–)33 (91) | 33° (91°)30– (86–)34 (93) | 33° (91°)30– (86–)35 (95) | 32° (90°)29– (84–)34 (93) | 31° (88°)28– (82–)32 (90) | 30° (86°)27– (81–)31 (88) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 25° (77°)22– (72–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)22– (72–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)23– (73–)26 (79) | 26° (79°)23– (73–)26 (79) | 27° (81°)24– (75–)27 (81) | 27° (81°)25– (77–)27 (81) | 27° (81°)24– (75–)27 (81) | 27° (81°)25– (77–)28 (82) | 27° (81°)24– (75–)28 (82) | 26° (79°)23– (73–)28 (82) | 26° (79°)23– (73–)28 (82) | 25° (77°)22– (72–)27 (81) |
☀️Sunshine | 9h UV 8 | 9h UV 9 | 10h UV 9 | 9h UV 9 | 9h UV 9 | 10h UV 9 | 10h UV 9 | 10h UV 9 | 10h UV 9 | 9h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 6 |
🌊Water Temp | 27° (81°) | 27° (81°) | 27° (81°) | 27° (81°) | 28° (82°) | 28° (82°) | 28° (82°) | 29° (84°) | 30° (86°) | 30° (86°) | 29° (84°) | 28° (82°) |
🌧Rain Days | 6d48mm (1.9") | 3d32mm (1.3") | 2d22mm (0.9") | 1d15mm (0.6") | 1d17mm (0.7") | 2d26mm (1.0") | 4d35mm (1.4") | 3d39mm (1.5") | 4d54mm (2.1") | 7d107mm (4.2") | 9d144mm (5.7") | 7d71mm (2.8") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
February is among the best months in Curaçao: only 3 rain days, 30°C (86°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 30°C (86°F), cooling to 25°C (77°F) at night (daily average: 27°C (81°F)). Peaks reach around 31°C (88°F), the coldest nights around 22°C (72°F). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 3 rain days with 32 mm (1.3 in) total. The water is a warm 27°C (81°F) — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in February are ideal.
The dry half of the year: the trade wind blows steadily, the sky is mostly cloudless, and rain falls on only a few days. Highs sit between 30 and 32°C (86 and 90°F) and the sun shines about nine hours a day. Diving and snorkelling in the small coves are at their most pleasant now, and the harbour terraces in Willemstad fill up in the evening.
Events & Festivals
- Carnival / Gran Marchavariable (January to February, peak on the Sunday before Ash Wednesday)
Carnival season opens in January with parades across the island. The highlight is the Gran Marcha, an all-day parade of costume groups and music trucks through Willemstad.
Packing list for Curaçao in February
- Light summer clothes
- Swimwear and beach towel
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Insect repellent
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is February a good time to visit Curaçao?
- Yes — February is one of the best months to visit Curaçao (Climate Score: 86/100). Pleasant temperatures (30°C (86°F)), good sunshine (9 h/day), and few rain days (3) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Curaçao in February?
- In February, Curaçao sees daily highs of 30°C (86°F). Nights cool to 25°C (77°F), with a daily average of 27°C (81°F). Peaks reach around 31°C (88°F), the coldest nights around 22°C (72°F).
- How much rain falls in Curaçao in February?
- In February, Curaçao receives an average of 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain over 3 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Curaçao get in February?
- Curaçao averages 9 sunshine hours per day in February — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Curaçao in February?
- Water temperature in Curaçao in February averages 27°C (81°F) — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
