Manaus Weather in February

February weather

Manaus feels hot, close and damp in February. Highs reach 29°C, and nights stay warm at 24°C. Rain falls on 24 days, with heavy cloud and little sunshine, so outdoor plans can be interrupted. The month gets 239 mm of rain, more than January but less than March.

You can still visit Teatro Amazonas, browse the covered stalls at Mercado Adolpho Lisboa, or take a boat to see the Encontro das Águas, where the Negro and Solimões rivers meet. Keep your plans flexible, especially for river trips. Long walks in the midday heat can feel sticky, and muddy paths make forest hikes less appealing.

Carnival and crowds

Carnival often falls in February, though its dates change each year. Manaus holds samba parades at the Sambódromo, and street parties bring a local buzz. If you'd rather keep your evenings quiet, check whether the parades overlap with your visit before choosing accommodation nearby.

If you hate crowds, February is generally calmer than the drier months, but Carnival can make popular areas busier for a short spell. Prices are usually less pressured than in the August high season, though they can rise around Carnival and flights may fill faster.

Make rainy days work

Travelling with kids? Plan a slower day around the Teatro Amazonas and nearby central sights, then take a break while the rain passes. The weather can shift quickly, so don't build your whole day around one outdoor excursion.

A useful Manaus-specific tip: ask your boat operator whether the Encontro das Águas trip is running before heading to the port. Rain and river conditions can affect departures. For a relaxed meal between showers, try tacacá, a hot broth sold at stalls around the city. It's a local favourite, but its peppery jambu leaves can make your mouth tingle.