February · Thailand weather
Thailand in February: Weather, What to Expect & Where to Go
February keeps the cool-dry pattern of January almost everywhere, but the first agricultural burns begin in the mountains. Bangkok, Kanchanaburi, and the Andaman coast are at their best; Chiang Mai is fine but starting to slip on AQI.
Best region
Andaman
Phuket, Krabi, and the surrounding islands hit their dry-season peak — calm seas and steady sun.
Avoid
North
Burning-season haze starts to thicken across Chiang Mai, Pai, and Mae Hong Son.
AQI watch (north)
Air quality in Chiang Mai begins to deteriorate from mid-February as farmers burn crop stubble. Check AQI before booking long stays.
February weather, region by region
Average temperatures and rainfall across Thailand's five climate regions in February. Tap the climate map on the homepage for an interactive month-by-month view.
| Region | Avg temp | Rainfall | Visit rating |
|---|---|---|---|
North Chiang Mai | 24°C | 15mm | AQI watch |
Northeast Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat) | 26°C | 15mm | Great |
Central Bangkok | 28°C | 20mm | Great |
Andaman Phuket | 29°C | 30mm | Great |
Gulf Koh Samui | 28°C | 35mm | Great |
City spotlights
One city per region — what February actually feels like on the ground, and what to do or skip.
North
Chiang Mai
Still comfortable on temperature, but haze can dent visibility from the mountains. Short visits early in the month are fine; long stays carry AQI risk.
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Northeast
Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat)
Still dry and mild. Khao Yai's waterfalls are reduced to a trickle but the wildlife spotting (gibbons, hornbills, the occasional elephant) is at its best now.
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Central
Bangkok
Probably the best all-round month for Bangkok — low humidity, warm but not punishing. Time for outdoor markets, Lumpini runs, and rooftops.
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Andaman
Phuket
Peak-season conditions. Long-tail trips to the Phi Phi Islands and Similan diving are at their best — book ahead.
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Gulf
Koh Samui
Drying out fast and finally reliable for beach time. A solid alternative if the Andaman side is fully booked.
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Events & festivals in February
Chinese New Year
Bangkok's Chinatown (Yaowarat) is the place to be — expect lion dances, fireworks, and packed streets for several nights.
Chiang Mai Flower Festival
First weekend of February. Parades of floral floats through the old city — beautiful, but the best year-end weather window for Chiang Mai is closing.
Is February a good time to visit Thailand?
Yes — February is a near-perfect month, and arguably the best for Bangkok specifically. The only caveat is northern haze, which builds through the month and peaks in March.
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