Planning a trip to Phuket in February? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +86°F and approximately 4 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 12 rainy days and 29 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
February is usually the driest month of the year in Phuket
Average weather
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+86°F
Avg. max. temperature
+48°F
Min.
+99°F
Max.
29 mm
Total precipitation
74%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
4 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Phuket has good weather in February.
Average temperature in Phuket in February
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Phuket for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +95°F during the day to a minimum of +77°F during the night, the temperature in February averages around +91°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 50% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +93°F to +84°F.
Is Phuket warm or cold in February?
Phuket is typically warm in February.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +84°F to +86°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +79°F to +79°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how February is compared to other months in Phuket:
Water temperature in Phuket in February
Water in Phuket in February is Very warm. It varies from +82°F to +85°F, with an average of +84°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +86°F.
The water temperature in February is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Phuket are reached in May, when the average sea temperature rises to +87°F. The coldest water temperatures are in January, with an average of +83°F.
Can you swim in Phuket in February?
You can definitely swim in Phuket in February, the water is very warm (+84°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!
Climate in Phuket in February
Phuket weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
January
February
March
Avg. temperature
+84°F
+86°F
+86°F
Min. temperature
+72°F
+48°F
+75°F
Max. temperature
+97°F
+99°F
+99°F
Rainfall
40 mm
29 mm
71 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+83°F
+84°F
+85°F
Humidity
76%
74%
76%
Air pressure
1010 HPa
1010 HPa
1009 HPa
Sunny days
3
4
4
Cloudy days
11
11
8
Rainy days
15
12
15
Snowy days
0
0
0
February weather is still as good as in January.It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +84°F to +86°F during the day.As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 40 mm to 29 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 76% to 74%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 3 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in February, from 3 to 4.
Next month (March) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Phuket in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Phuket is gradually increasing during February, going from 2 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Phuket based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 29% chance of rain on an average day in February, with total rainfall of approximately 30 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 14 mm, which is considered light rain.On average, there are about 8 rainy days during February, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Phuket wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 81% chance of precipitation and 269 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 41% chance of precipitation and 29 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last February in Phuket?
This is the weather in Phuket in February 2023:
1 February
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+94°F
2 February
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+94°F
3 February
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+88°F
4 February
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+95°F
5 February
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+95°F
6 February
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+92°F
7 February
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+95°F
8 February
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+96°F
9 February
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+93°F
10 February
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+96°F
11 February
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+95°F
12 February
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+95°F
13 February
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+95°F
14 February
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+96°F
15 February
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+95°F
16 February
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+93°F
17 February
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+92°F
18 February
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+94°F
19 February
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+94°F
20 February
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+85°F
21 February
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+85°F
22 February
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+85°F
23 February
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+85°F
24 February
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+86°F
25 February
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+86°F
26 February
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+88°F
27 February
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+86°F
28 February
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+85°F
In February 2023 Phuket had 4 sunny days, 22 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +91°F, with an absolute maximum of +95°F and a minimum of +84°F. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 38%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in February?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Phuket climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Phuket in February has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1994 (+82°F) and the highest in 2019 (+91°F). The driest year was 1981 with only 1340 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2017 with 2500 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Phuket in February:
Is February a good time to visit Phuket?
February is a really good time to go to Phuket. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Phuket.
Can you sunbathe in Phuket in February?
February is warm in Phuket. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Phuket in February?
Yes, you can swim in Phuket in February, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +84°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.
Is Phuket rainy in February?
Phuket is usually dry in February. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Phuket in February?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Phuket in February, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Thailand
Check out the weather for other cities in Thailand.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Phuket, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.