01Weather
Bangkok weather in February
Afternoons in February average 33.9 °C (93 °F) and nights cool to 25.4 °C (78 °F). Compared with January it is 1.0 °C warmer; March is 1.0 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical February | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 36 °C / 96 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 32 °C / 90 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 23 °C / 74 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 29.8 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Hottest / coldest February day 2016–2025 | 38.1 °C / 16.2 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 February | 06:45 | 18:18 | 11.5 h |
| 15 February | 06:41 | 18:23 | 11.7 h |
| 28 February | 06:34 | 18:26 | 11.9 h |
Daylight grows by about 24 minutes over the month. Times are local (Asia/Bangkok).
03Crowds
How busy Bangkok is in February
very busy The main sights are very busy in February. What drives it:
- Chinese New Year in Yaowarat
- Makha Bucha
- driest month
05Events
What's on in Bangkok in February
Every year in February
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Makha Bucha | February full moon, temples | religious |
07Packing
What to pack for Bangkok in February
- light, breathable clothing
- sun hat and sunscreen
- refillable water bottle
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
- something for heat: 30 days a month pass 30 °C on average
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
February is the driest month, with rain on about seven days, hot by midday around 33 °C but pleasant in the mornings and evenings. Chinese New Year, if it falls in February, brings lion dances to Chinatown and closures of family businesses. Makha Bucha, at the full moon, sees candlelit processions at temples and a one-day alcohol ban. It is still peak season with full hotels, though rates ease after the New Year week.
The Bangkok Art Biennale, in alternate years, fills galleries and temples from autumn to February. Smog episodes from crop burning and traffic are most likely in February and March; check the air-quality index. The Erawan Shrine and the weekend Chatuchak market are at their most crowded in the cool season. For the start of the hot season, see March.
09Compare
Bangkok month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33 °C | 24 °C | – | – | very busy | Mixed |
| February | 34 °C | 25 °C | – | – | very busy | Mixed |
| March | 35 °C | 27 °C | – | – | busy | Good |
| April | 36 °C | 28 °C | – | – | busy | Good |
| May | 36 °C | 28 °C | 22 | – | moderate | Mixed |
| June | 35 °C | 27 °C | 21 | – | quiet | Mixed |
| July | 34 °C | 26 °C | 22 | – | quiet | Mixed |
| August | 34 °C | 26 °C | 23 | – | moderate | Mixed |
| September | 33 °C | 26 °C | 24 | – | quiet | Mixed |
| October | 33 °C | 26 °C | 22 | – | moderate | Mixed |
| November | 33 °C | 25 °C | – | – | busy | Good |
| December | 33 °C | 24 °C | – | – | very busy | Mixed |
Not sure about February? See the best time to visit Bangkok.
10Elsewhere
February in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore in February | 31 °C | 6 |
| Shanghai in February | 11 °C | 12 |
| Beijing in February | 7 °C | 3 |
| Seoul in February | 6 °C | – |
| Kyoto in February | 11 °C | 8 |
| Tokyo in February | 12 °C | 7 |
11FAQ
Bangkok in February: your questions
Is February a good time to visit Bangkok?
February is a reasonable month with trade-offs to visit Bangkok. Daytime highs average 34 °C (93 °F), and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are very busy.
What is the weather like in Bangkok in February?
Expect hot days around 34 °C (93 °F) and nights near 25 °C (78 °F). One February in ten brings afternoons above 36 °C, and one in ten stays below 32 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Bangkok in February?
February in Bangkok, by the 1991–2020 station normals.
What should I wear in Bangkok in February?
Pack light, breathable clothing, sun hat and sunscreen, refillable water bottle.
Is Bangkok crowded in February?
The main sights are very busy in February. Main drivers: Chinese New Year in Yaowarat; Makha Bucha; driest month.
What time does it get dark in Bangkok in February?
Around the middle of February the sun sets at about 18:23 and rises at 06:41, giving 11.7 hours of daylight.