#1Hot
Bangkok
- Day
- 32.3°C
- Sea
- 27.8°C
- Sun
- 7.5h
- Rain days
- 3
Your February weather guide
Weather in Thailand in February
Yes, February is a good month for Thailand if you want hot days and relatively little rain. Country averages sit at 31°C by day and 24°C at night, with 5 rainy days, so plan for warmth rather than a break from the heat. Chiang Mai suits travellers who prefer cooler evenings, while Phuket offers a useful balance of beach weather and fewer rainy days than the other coastal destinations listed. The catch is that nights stay warm by the sea.
Long-term climate averages, not a forecast · 1991-2020
- Average daytime high
- 30.7°Cacross 6 destinations
- Average night-time low
- 23.5°Cafter dark
- Sea temperature
- 28.4°Cwarm enough to swim
- Rainy days
- 5days1 mm or more
Thailand, month by month
Turn up the warmth
Warmest places in Thailand in February
Ranked by average daytime high. The full comparison is in the table below.
#2Hot
Krabi
- Day
- 31.9°C
- Sea
- 28.6°C
- Sun
- 5.2h
- Rain days
- 7
#3Hot
Khao Lak
- Day
- 31.2°C
- Sea
- 28.7°C
- Sun
- 5.4h
- Rain days
- 8
#4Hot
Chiang Mai
- Day
- 31.1°C
- Sea
- -
- Sun
- 9.3h
- Rain days
- 1
#5Hot
Phuket
- Day
- 29.3°C
- Sea
- 28.7°C
- Sun
- 5.5h
- Rain days
- 4
#6Hot
Koh Samui
- Day
- 28.2°C
- Sea
- 28.2°C
- Sun
- 6.2h
- Rain days
- 6
Thailand destinations ranked for February
All 6 places we track in Thailand, ordered by daytime high.
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| # | Destination | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bangkok | 32.3°C | 23.5°C | 27.8°C | 7.5 h | 3 | 12 h 42 min |
| 2 | Krabi | 31.9°C | 23.8°C | 28.6°C | 5.2 h | 7 | 13 h 12 min |
| 3 | Khao Lak | 31.2°C | 23.9°C | 28.7°C | 5.4 h | 8 | 13 h 6 min |
| 4 | Chiang Mai | 31.1°C | 18.3°C | - | 9.3 h | 1 | 12 h |
| 5 | Phuket | 29.3°C | 25.7°C | 28.7°C | 5.5 h | 4 | 13 h 6 min |
| 6 | Koh Samui | 28.2°C | 25.9°C | 28.2°C | 6.2 h | 6 | 13 h 6 min |
6 destinations shownClimate averages, not a forecast.
February climate overview
Daytime highs across Thailand in February run from 28.2°C (Koh Samui) to 32.3°C (Bangkok). In Bangkok about 100% of February days reach 25°C. Nights average 23.5°C; the coldest 10% of nights in Koh Samui fall to 25°C or below.
Rainfall in February
Expect around 5 rainy days (1 mm or more) in February, with Chiang Mai the driest (1 days) and Khao Lak the wettest (8 days). The wettest February at Bangkok between 1991 and 2020 was 2006 with 47 mm; the driest was 2007 with 0 mm.
Sea temperature
The sea averages 28.4°C around Thailand in February - warmest at Khao Lak (28.7°C). That is comfortable for swimming.
Sunshine and daylight
Around 6.5 hours of sunshine a day on average, out of 11.6 hours of daylight (sunshine estimated from cloud cover).
February against the rest of the year in Thailand
February is the 4th warmest month of the twelve in Thailand. It is 1.4°C warmer than January and 1.1°C warmer in March. The hottest month here is April (32°C) and the coolest December (29°C).
Which part of Thailand in February?
- Most sunshine: Chiang Mai, 9.3 h a day.
- Driest: Chiang Mai, about 1 rainy days.
- Warmest sea: Khao Lak, 29°C.
- Hottest: Bangkok, 32°C by day - intense for sightseeing.
- Coolest (better for walking and cities): Koh Samui, 28°C.
What to pack for Thailand in February
Based on the averages: light, loose clothing and serious sun protection - midday highs sit around 31°C; a light waterproof for the odd shower; swimwear - the sea is 28°C.
Similar weather elsewhere in February
Within 1.5°C of Thailand's February daytime average: Goa (32°C, sea 28°C), Mombasa (32°C, sea 28°C), Guanacaste (31°C, sea 27°C), Rio de Janeiro (31°C, sea 26°C), Kerala (31°C, sea 29°C). See the full ranking for February.
Bangkok or Chiang Mai: heat versus cooler evenings
Bangkok is the hottest choice, with average daytime temperatures of 32°C and nights at 24°C. Its 3 rainy days make February a sensible option if rain is your main concern, but the heat still calls for lighter plans around midday. Loose clothing and breaks out of the sun will be more useful than warm layers. Chiang Mai has a different balance: days average 31°C, but nights fall to 18°C, making evenings more comfortable if you dislike persistent warmth. With just 1 rainy day, it is also the driest destination listed. Choose Chiang Mai for hot days with a cooler finish, or Bangkok if warm evenings do not bother you.
For the coast, Phuket offers a useful balance
Phuket combines daytime temperatures of 29°C with 4 rainy days and a sea temperature of 29°C, making it a good fit if you want warm swimming water without the highest daytime heat. Koh Samui is slightly cooler by day at 28°C, though its 6 rainy days suggest allowing more flexibility for wet weather. Both stay at 26°C overnight, so neither offers much cooling after sunset. Krabi reaches 32°C by day, while Khao Lak averages 31°C; their seas are equally warm at 29°C. The catch is rain: Krabi has 7 rainy days and Khao Lak 8. They still suit a warm-weather holiday, but Phuket is the stronger choice if fewer rainy days matter more to you than hotter afternoons.
A little more detail
Thailand in February FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Where is the hottest place in Thailand in February?
Bangkok is the warmest of the 6 places we track in Thailand in February with an average high of 32.3°C; Koh Samui is the coolest at 28.2°C.
Is the sea warm in Thailand in February?
The sea averages 22°C or more at Bangkok (28°C), Krabi (29°C), Khao Lak (29°C), Phuket (29°C), Koh Samui (28°C) in February.
Is the sea warm enough for swimming in February?
Yes, sea temperatures are comfortably warm: 29°C around Phuket, Krabi and Khao Lak, and 28°C around Koh Samui. Temperature should not be the main obstacle to a swim, though warm water alone does not tell you about conditions on the day.
What should I pack for Thailand in February?
Pack light, loose clothing, sun protection and something light for rain. A light layer is useful for Chiang Mai evenings, where nights average 18°C. Coastal nights are much warmer, so prioritise breathable sleepwear rather than heavy evening clothes.
How much sunshine should I expect?
Thailand averages 6.5 hours of sunshine a day in February. That supports outdoor plans, but it does not mean uninterrupted clear skies. With daytime temperatures averaging 31°C, leave room for shade and a slower pace around midday.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid), 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at 6 destination points.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C