Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Bangkok in February
Bangkok warms up: highs climb to 96°F (35°C), from 91°F in January, with lows of 72°F (22°C) and about 0.6 in (14 mm) of rain.
It scores 65/100 for comfort, 4th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 96°F (35°C)
- Avg low
- 72°F (22°C)
- Rain
- 0.6 in (14 mm)
- Humidity
- 61%
- Cloud cover
- 35%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 33 min
- Comfort score
- 65/100 · Good
What February feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 96°F (35°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 72°F (22°C), about 13°C (23°F) below the afternoon high.
Rain is scarce: about 0.6 in (14 mm) for the whole month.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 35%.
Plan around February
February is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (December & January).
- Comfort slips from 74/100 in January to 65/100.
- February sits inside the Nov – Mar window our Bangkok to the Andaman route recommends.
What to pack for February
- Light, breathable clothes96°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 72°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Bangkok in February
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Thipsamai Pad Thai
Famous pad thai shop since 1966, including a version wrapped in egg.
Why now A break from 96°F afternoons.
Wat Arun
Riverside temple with a porcelain-covered spire, reached by a short ferry.
Chatuchak Weekend Market
Huge weekend market with over 10,000 stalls selling clothes, crafts and food.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Grand Palace
Royal complex housing Wat Phra Kaew and the Emerald Buddha.
Lumphini Park
Downtown park with a lake, paddle boats and monitor lizards.
Why now February scores 65/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Bangkok in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Bangkok?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 65/100 against a best of 79 in December & January. Expect highs of 96°F (35°C) and 0.6 in (14 mm) of rain. February is inside the Nov – Mar window our Bangkok to the Andaman route recommends.
How hot is Bangkok in February?
Average highs are 96°F (35°C) and average lows 72°F (22°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Bangkok in February?
Not much: about 0.6 in (14 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 53.6 in (1361 mm).
What should I pack for Bangkok in February?
Bring light, breathable clothes (96°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 72°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in February
- Bangkok to the Andaman Nov – Mar
Planning Bangkok in February?
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