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Ouro Preto in February

Short answer

In February, Ouro Preto 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 Ouro PretoJardineira Tour★ 8.6 · 145 reviews · from US$ 19 · via CivitatisSee dates and price →
Temperature
29 / 20 °C
high / low
Rain
178 mm
10 days
Daylight
12h45
sunset at 18:30
Crowds
High
3 public holidays

What to expect in Ouro Preto in February

Myllena Vieira, editor at Visite
Editor's tip

February finds Ouro Preto 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 Carnival in Ouro Preto 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$ 527

High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead. The average nightly rate for lodging in Ouro Preto is around R$ 527 (Brazilian reais), depending on the date.

Tours and tickets

Things to do in Ouro Preto in February

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Jardineira Tour
8.6· 145 reviews

Jardineira Tour

In this jardineira tour of Ouro Preto, we'll embark on a panoramic tour, allowing you to take in the city's primary attractions from a unique perspective.

4 h 30 min
from US$ 19
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Mariana & Congonhas Day Trip
9.5· 19 reviews

Mariana & Congonhas Day Trip

Travel back in time with our Mariana and Congonhas excursion, unraveling the pivotal role these cities played in the Brazilian Gold Route.

9 h
from US$ 69
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São João del-Rei & Tiradentes Day Trip
8.5· 17 reviews

São João del-Rei & Tiradentes Day Trip

Embark on a journey through Brazil's rich history on this day trip from Ouro Preto with a ride on the Maria Fumaça train from São João del-Rei to Tiradentes.

12 h
from US$ 91
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Ouro Preto & Mariana Tour
9.2· 13 reviews

Ouro Preto & Mariana Tour

On this tour of Ouro Preto and Mariana we'll visit baroque churches and museums of a World Heritage City and the former capital of Minas Gerais.

9 h
from US$ 86
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Ouro Preto Tour
8.7· 9 reviews

Ouro Preto Tour

On this tour of Ouro Preto we'll discover the cradle of Brazilian independence. We'll visit its churches and museums, we'll tell you a lot of intresting facts.

7 h
from US$ 69
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Ouro Preto Private Tour
8.5· 8 reviews

Ouro Preto Private Tour

On the private tour of Ouro Preto, you'll visit this Brazilian colonial city's main attractions and baroque architecture with an English-speaking guide

7 h 30 min
from US$ 342
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Where to stay

Hotels in Ouro Preto

February is high season in Ouro Preto: 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.

Pousada Sinhá Olímpia in Ouro Preto 9.5 ★★★★ · 71 reviews Pousada Sinhá Olímpia See on Booking → Hotel Solar de Maria in Ouro Preto 9 ★★★★ · 14 reviews Hotel Solar de Maria See on Booking → Hotel Solar do Rosario in Ouro Preto 8.7 ★★★★★ · 13 reviews Hotel Solar do Rosario See on Booking → Hotel Pousada Minas Gerais in Ouro Preto 10 ★★★★ · 2 reviews Hotel Pousada Minas Gerais See on Booking →
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Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.

What happens in February

Carnival in Ouro Preto
Street Carnival with blocos (street parties) and dances in the student houses known as repúblicas, one of the busiest in Minas Gerais.
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 Ouro Preto in February

What is the weather like in Ouro Preto in February?
In February, Ouro Preto 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 Ouro Preto in February?
In February, Ouro Preto 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 Ouro Preto?
Crowds in February tend to be high. High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead.
What is happening in Ouro Preto in February?
February brings Carnival in Ouro Preto. Confirm the dates and book early if they overlap with your trip.
Does it usually rain all day in Ouro Preto 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 Ouro Preto 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 Ouro Preto in February, and what should you pack?
According to INMET's climate normals, the average high in Ouro Preto 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 Ouro Preto 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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