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Belo Horizonte in February

Short answer

In February, Belo Horizonte averages highs of 29 °C (84 °F) and lows of 20 °C (68 °F), with about 178 mm of rain spread over roughly 10 days. February is one of the rainiest months of the year, so bring a rain jacket and keep some indoor activities in mind. Crowds tend to be high this month.

Climate · INMET (updated 2026)
Most reviewed activity in Belo HorizonteOuro Preto & Mariana Day Trip★ 8.9 · 197 reviews · from US$ 71 · via CivitatisSee dates and price →
Temperature
29 / 20 °C
high / low
Rain
178 mm
10 days
Daylight
12h43
sunset at 18:31
Crowds
High
3 public holidays

What to expect in Belo Horizonte in February

Myllena Vieira, editor at Visite
Editor's tip

February finds Belo Horizonte in the middle of summer. In Brazil the seasons are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Temperatures are pleasant, with highs of 29 °C (84 °F) and nights that still call for a light jacket. It is one of the busiest times of the year: the destination fills up, rates go up and the best hotels sell out early. Book ahead or choose weekdays. Rain, when it comes, is usually brief and does not spoil the day. If the dates line up, it is worth fitting Street Carnival in Belo Horizonte (Carnaval de rua de BH) into your itinerary: it is what livens up the destination at that time of year.

Myllena Vieira · Editor at Visite
Crowds
Crowd level: high

February is high season: the destination fills up, the most popular attractions have lines, and it pays to book ahead.

Prices
Rates: high · ~R$ 391

High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead. The average nightly rate for lodging in Belo Horizonte is around R$ 391 (Brazilian reais), depending on the date.

Tours and tickets

Things to do in Belo Horizonte in February

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Ouro Preto & Mariana Day Trip
8.9· 197 reviews

Ouro Preto & Mariana Day Trip

On this day trip to Ouro Preto and Mariana from Belo Horizonte we'll get to know its great artistic and religious heritage - a must!

10 h
from US$ 71
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Belo Horizonte Guided Tour
9.2· 120 reviews

Belo Horizonte Guided Tour

Discover the historical importance of the capital of Minas Gerais on this guided tour of Belo Horizonte, one of Brazil's great tourist destinations.

4 h
from US$ 41
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São João del Rei & Tiradentes Day Trip
8.8· 60 reviews

São João del Rei & Tiradentes Day Trip

To understand the fascinating history of the state of Minas Gerais, this day trip to São João del Rei and Tiradentes from Belo Horizonte is a must.

14 h
from US$ 98
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Inhotim Institute Tour
8.8· 42 reviews

Inhotim Institute Tour

If you like contemporary art you can't miss this trip to the open-air museum Instituto Inhotim - one of the cultural centres of Brazilian state of Minas Gerais

10 h
from US$ 75
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Sabará + Congonhas Tour
8.6· 31 reviews

Sabará + Congonhas Tour

On this tour to Sabará and Congonhas from Belo Horizonte we'll discover the colonial past of the beautiful Brazilian state of Minas Gerais.

10 h
from US$ 75
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Rei do Mato and Maquiné Caves + Guimaraes Rosa Museum Tour
9.4· 14 reviews

Rei do Mato and Maquiné Caves + Guimaraes Rosa Museum Tour

This trip to the Rei do Mato and Maquiné Caves is perfect to experience some real caving. We'll also visit the Guimaraes Rosa Museum. What's not to love?

10 h
from US$ 89
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Where to stay

Hotels in Belo Horizonte

February is high season in Belo Horizonte: the best hotels fill up and rates rise as the date approaches. It is best to lock in your room as soon as the trip is decided.

Ouro Minas Hotel Belo Horizonte, Dolce by Wyndham in Belo Horizonte 8.8 ★★★★★ · 128 reviews Ouro Minas Hotel Belo Horizonte, Dolce by Wyndham See on Booking → Nobile Inn Pampulha in Belo Horizonte 8.6 ★★★ · 106 reviews Nobile Inn Pampulha See on Booking → Dayrell Hotel e Centro de Convencoes in Belo Horizonte 8.5 ★★★★ · 122 reviews Dayrell Hotel e Centro de Convencoes See on Booking → Normandy Hotel in Belo Horizonte 8.5 ★★★ · 54 reviews Normandy Hotel See on Booking →
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Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.

What happens in February

Street Carnival in Belo Horizonte (Carnaval de rua de BH)
One of the biggest street Carnivals in Brazil, with more than 400 blocos (street parties) taking over the streets of the Minas Gerais capital.
Public holidays in February: Carnival (Monday) (16/02) · Carnival (Tuesday) (17/02) · Ash Wednesday (18/02). Expect more people and higher prices around these dates.

What to pack in February

Light clothing for the day · highs of 29 °C (84 °F) Rain jacket or umbrella · 10 days of rain in the month Sunscreen and sunglasses · strong sun on the tours Comfortable walking shoes · you will be on foot much of the day
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Questions about Belo Horizonte in February

What is the weather like in Belo Horizonte in February?
In February, Belo Horizonte averages highs of 29 °C (84 °F) and lows of 20 °C (68 °F), with about 178 mm of rain spread over roughly 10 days. February is one of the rainiest months of the year, so bring a rain jacket and keep some indoor activities in mind. Crowds tend to be high this month.
Does it rain a lot in Belo Horizonte in February?
In February, Belo Horizonte gets about 178 mm of rain spread over around 10 rainy days, in line with the average rainfall for the year. Bring a rain jacket and have an indoor backup plan.
Is February high season in Belo Horizonte?
Crowds in February tend to be high. High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead.
What is happening in Belo Horizonte in February?
February brings Street Carnival in Belo Horizonte (Carnaval de rua de BH). Confirm the dates and book early if they overlap with your trip.
Does it usually rain all day in Belo Horizonte in February?
INMET's climate normals record the number of rainy days and the total millimeters, not the hours of each day, so they do not say how long the rain lasts. What they show for Belo Horizonte in February: 10 rainy days in a month of 28 or 29 days (about 36% of the days) and 178 mm over the month, which works out to an average of about 18 mm per rainy day. Compared with the rest of the year, February falls within the destination's average rainfall. Bring a rain jacket and have an indoor backup plan for the rainy days.
What is the temperature in Belo Horizonte in February, and what should you pack?
According to INMET's climate normals, the average high in Belo Horizonte in February is 29 °C and the average low is 20 °C, with air humidity of around 66%. Compared with the rest of the year, the temperature in February is typical for the destination. For your suitcase, here is what those numbers call for: light clothing for the day; rain jacket or umbrella; sunscreen and sunglasses.
Is Belo Horizonte worth visiting in February?
Good time to visit. On our weather comfort index, which weighs rain, heat and humidity from INMET's climate normals, February scores 54 out of 100 and ranks No. 8 among the 12 months. The most comfortable month is June (97) and the least comfortable is January (46). As for crowds, in February they tend to be high.
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