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The Puente de la Mujer footbridge and the Puerto Madero skyline in Buenos AiresMedellín's valley and the Andean mountains seen from the metrocable

Buenos Aires vs Medellín in February

Medellín edges it in February. Buenos Aires averages 19–29°C with moderate crowds; Medellín 18–28°C with moderate crowds.

By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026

Buenos Aires and Medellín

The verdict for February

  • WeatherMedellín has the better weather4.5/10 vs 9/10
  • CrowdsVery similarModerate vs Moderate
  • PricesBuenos Aires is cheaper$$ vs $$$
  • OverallMedellín comes out ahead5.3/10 vs 7.4/10
The Puente de la Mujer footbridge and the Puerto Madero skyline in Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires in February

Carnival and summer heat

Temperature
19–29°C
Crowds
Moderate
Prices
$$

+Carnival atmosphere and warm evenings.

–Hot, humid days.

February is hot and humid but lively, with the Carnival celebrations in local neighbourhoods.

Buenos Aires in February
Medellín's valley and the Andean mountains seen from the metrocable

Medellín in February

Dry and comfortable

Temperature
18–28°C
Crowds
Moderate
Prices
$$$

+Warm, dry weather and fewer holiday crowds.

–Some weekends are busy.

February is one of the best months: dry weather, and the city returns to normal after the holidays.

Medellín in February

Scores and crowd levels are my own judgement; temperatures are monthly averages. Higher scores are better: quieter, cheaper and more pleasant.

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