Weather in Singapore in February

How February compares

February is the 5th warmest month of the year in Singapore and ranks 17th of 134 destinations we compare for February - see where else is hot in February. Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Singapore is 20.6°C warmer by day and 22.8°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in February

The typical February day in Singapore peaks at 28.5°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 29.8°C or more. About 100% of days top 25°C and 1 in 13 pass 30°C. Nights average 24.8°C; one night in ten drops to 24.1°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day here reached 32.6°C (2019-02-23) and the coldest night 22.9°C (2014-02-01).

Rain in February

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 17 days with 1 mm or more, 129 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 2013 with 406 mm, the driest 2014 with 14 mm. Humidity averages 82%, which makes the heat feel heavier than the thermometer suggests.

Sea temperature in February

The sea averages 27.7°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 27.2°C to 28.5°C. For the warmest sea here, come in May (30.1°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 2.6 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 12.0 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:17 and sets about 19:21 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 79%.

Is February a good time to visit Singapore?

It is a reasonable choice: hot days but expect showers. The best months for Singapore on our scoring are July, June, March; months averaging 25°C or more: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Expect warm evenings and sticky daytime conditions

The heat is dependable, but humidity is the catch. At 82%, it can make walking around feel more demanding than the daytime temperature alone suggests. Average night lows of 24.8°C mean evenings offer little cooling, so light, breathable clothes are more useful than a heavy extra layer. Plan more active time for earlier in the day and leave room for indoor breaks around midday. Days reaching 30°C account for just 8%, but that does not make February cool: the persistent warmth matters more than occasional hotter days. This month suits travellers comfortable with heat rather than anyone looking for crisp evenings.

Keep outdoor plans flexible

Rain is a regular part of February, so avoid making the whole trip depend on outdoor weather. A compact umbrella and footwear that can cope with getting wet are practical packing choices. There are about 2.6 hours of sunshine within 12.0 hours of daylight, which gives you plenty of usable daytime without promising bright skies. Keep indoor alternatives available and move outdoor plans around the forecast rather than committing them too tightly in advance. The rainy-day figure does not tell you how long each wet spell lasts, so neither constant downpours nor brief showers should be assumed. Warmth is the reliable part; sunshine is less dependable.