{"id":28069,"date":"2022-10-26T01:30:09","date_gmt":"2022-10-26T01:30:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/what-to-do-in-february-in-curacao\/"},"modified":"2022-10-26T01:30:10","modified_gmt":"2022-10-26T01:30:10","slug":"what-to-do-in-february-in-curacao","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/what-to-do-in-february-in-curacao\/","title":{"rendered":"What to do in February in Curacao - 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"

Cura\u00e7ao is the largest of the Netherlands Antilles, measuring 65 km (40 Miles) in length and 11 km (7 Miles) in width at its maximum point.
\nThe ideal period for a visit goes from January to September in correspondence of the dry season.<\/p>

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Bj\u00f8rn Christian T\u00f8rrissen - CC BY-SA 3.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>

Before we have a look at what you can do in Curacao, let's first look at the weather you can expect in February.

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February weather in Curacao<\/h2>To get a good overview of the type of weather you can expect in February in Curacao, we will look at the day and night temperature, minimum and maximum water temperature, and if February is comfortable or humid

Generally, February in Curacao will be really nice. Historical data shows that you can expect an average temperature of around 86\u00b0F \/ 30\u00b0C. But due to the very high humidity, it can feel very uncomfortable. During the night, it will cool down to around 73\u00b0F \/ 23\u00b0C. Many will prefer a location with air conditioning due to the night temperature, and the high humidity level.

Curacao has some rainy days in February. You can expect around 5 rainy days, with on average 0.4 inches \/ 9 mm of rain during the whole month.

But remember that rain can be short and heavy for many tropical locations, particularly during the rainy season. It means that the number of days with rain and the amount of rain can be high, but you will still see many lovely days with a short period of heavy rain.

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The forecast for February 2025 is based on historical data and are averages. They will give a good indication what you can expect, but the daily temperature and rain will fluctuate during the month.<\/div><\/p>

Things to see and do in Curacao<\/h2>

Curacao has many things to soo. With help from our visitors we have dived a list of things to see in. If you have any sugestions or improvements for this list, please let us know.<\/p>

Otrobanda<\/div>
Cultural<\/span>Throughout the Year<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Otrobanda has many historic buildings with colorfully painted outer walls, making it look like a fairy tale castle.<\/div><\/div>
International Kite Festival<\/div>
Event\/Festival<\/span>Feb<\/span><\/span><\/div>
International Kite Festival is the most colorful event, with handmade artistic kites beautifying the sky. Kids are taught to design kites in various workshops.<\/div><\/div>
Shete Boka National Park<\/div>
Park<\/span>Throughout the Year<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Shete Boka Park has many coves with turtles breeding here every season. Many trails will take you across the cliff.<\/div><\/div>
Christoffel National Park<\/div>
Park<\/span>Throughout the Year<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Christoffel National Park is located close to Christoffel mountain. There are many hiking trails and rock climbing sites.<\/div><\/div>
Savonet Museum<\/div>
Museum<\/span>Throughout the Year<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Savonet Museum tells the stories of the piracy of the ocean and the island's tropical nature. The building itself is so interesting as it is well-restored.<\/div><\/div>
Cura\u00e7ao Carnival (Carnaval)<\/div>
Event\/Festival<\/span>Jan, Feb, March<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Cura\u00e7ao Carnival (Carnaval) has concerts, beauty contests, parades, parties, and the Festival di Tumba parade. The exact date of the carnival changes year by year.<\/div>
See details here<\/a><\/div><\/div>
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge<\/div>
Landmark<\/span>Throughout the Year<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge offers a bird's eye view of the surrounding area and a magnificent feel of the roaring waves beneath.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>

Shopping in Curacao<\/h2>

There are a lot of shops and markets around Willemstad offering clothing, souvenirs, crafts, and other goods. These include a commonly-termed \"duty free enclave\" in the downtown area. Offerings emphasize European goods, to include jewelry, timepieces\/watches and linens, plus the usual collection of souvenir shops.
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\nOn Sundays, however, most businesses other than restaurants in the city are closed.<\/p>

Activities in Curacao<\/h2>
Kura Hulanda Village & Spa<\/div>
Visit the Kura Hulanda Village & Spa, which is just a short drive from Hato Caves and features beautifully restored colonial buildings.<\/div>
Hato Caves<\/div>
Explore the Hato Caves, they consist of marine coral limestone. When the sea level dropped, the caves were exposed.<\/div>
Dolphin Academy Curacao<\/div>
Located near the Cura\u00c3\u00a7ao Sea Aquarium you can swim with Dolphins.<\/div>
Christoffel National Park<\/div>
Visit Christoffel National Park and Shete Boka National Park<\/div>
Curacao Sea Aquarium<\/div>
The Curacao Sea Aquarium has aquariums with many fish you will find neat the island, together with live shows featuring dolphins, sea lions, sharks, and stingrays.<\/div>
Submarine Tour<\/div>
Enjoy the underwater world near the Cura\u00c3\u00a7ao coast without the need for scuba gear.<\/div>
See the Colorful Handelskade<\/div>
This waterfront strip of colorful buildings in Punda<\/div>
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge<\/div>
Not to miss is a crossing of the Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge.<\/div>
Curacao Ostrich & Game Farm<\/div>
Tour the Curacao Ostrich & Game Farm. Meet the Ostrich birds, and touch and feed them.<\/div>
Parasailing<\/div>
If you like to see Curacao from above, go parasailing or paragliding.<\/div>
Water sports<\/div>
The generally beautiful weather and some wind make Curacao a great place for many water sports like Scuba diving, Snorkeling, Surfing, Windsurfing, Kitesurfing, Paddleboarding, and Waterskiing & Jetskiing.<\/div>
Willemstad<\/div>
Tour Willemstad with its Historic Buildings<\/div>
Fishing<\/div>
If you like fishing, join one of the many Fishing Charters or Fishing Tours.<\/div>
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Restaurants in Curacao<\/h2>

Local cuisine in Cura\u00e7ao is a mixture of European, West-Indian and East Asian (particularly Indonesian) flavours. Dutch influences are found in the use of cheeses, bread and seafood, which are also important in Cura\u00e7aoan food.
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\nOn Sundays, however, most businesses other than restaurants in the city are closed.
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More things to see in Curacao<\/h2>
The Beaches<\/div>
Visit one of the many beautiful beaches, like Cas Abou Beach, Playa Grandi, Blue Bay Beach Resort, Porto Marie, Playa Kenepa, Playa Kalki, Mambo Beach, and Jan Thiel Beach, amongst others.<\/div>
Gardening\/Nature & Parks<\/div>
Christoffel National Park and Shete Boka National Park.<\/div>
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