Iguazu Falls in February
Not the best time
February continues the summer madness with scorching temperatures and tourist hordes. The falls are impressive with all the rainfall, but you'll be fighting crowds and heat stroke simultaneously.
Weather
Still brutally hot with relentless humidity that never seems to break. Rain comes in heavy bursts almost every other day, creating muddy conditions around the trails. The heat index often pushes into dangerous territory by midday.
31°C high20°C low11 rain days
Crowds & Cost
peak crowds
~$175/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Carnival season (varies by year)
- •Continued summer holidays
February Tips
- •Carnival means even bigger crowds - avoid if possible
- •Afternoon siesta from 12-3pm is essential to avoid heat exhaustion
- •Hotels still charge peak rates through February
All Months
March through May and September through November hit the sweet spot — decent water levels without the crushing summer heat or winter crowds. December through February brings 100°F temperatures and every tour bus in South America. June through August is cooler but drier, so the falls lose some of their punch. The water flow changes dramatically based on rainfall upstream. After heavy rains, the falls turn chocolate brown and roar like freight trains. During dry spells, some of the smaller cascades barely trickle. Check recent photos online before you go — there's nothing worse than showing up to find Devil's Throat at half power. Weekdays are always better than weekends. Get to the parks right when they open at 8 AM to beat the tour groups.
Iguazu Falls Scores
Solo
8/10
Couples
9/10
Families
9/10
Adventure
8/10
Budget
6/10
Luxury
7/10
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