In February, many destinations in the tropics and Southern Hemisphere are reliably warm, with daytime temperatures often above 20–25°C.
Hottest worldwide options
- Southeast Asia: Phuket and other parts of southern Thailand, as well as Singapore and much of southern Vietnam, are typically around 28–33°C in February, with humid, tropical conditions.
- Caribbean and Central America: Cancun in Mexico plus islands like Barbados and the Dominican Republic usually reach roughly 29–32°C.
- Southern Africa and Indian Ocean: Cape Town in South Africa, plus islands such as Mauritius, Seychelles, and parts of Vanuatu in the South Pacific, commonly see mid‑20s to around 30°C.
Warm but not extreme heat
- Canary Islands (Spain): Tenerife and the other islands often sit near 18–22°C with several hours of sunshine, making them popular for “winter sun” from Europe.
- North Africa and Middle East: Places like Morocco and Cairo in Egypt tend to have daytime highs around 20–25°C, generally sunny and dry.
- United States: Florida, southern California, Texas coast, Hawaii, and Key West in particular usually have mild‑to‑warm conditions (roughly low 20s °C and above), suitable for beaches and outdoor activities.
Sample temperature table
Typical average daytime temperatures in February:
Destination| Approx. Feb temperature
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Phuket, Thailand| About 33°C 5
Cancun, Mexico| About 32°C 5
Singapore| About 31–32°C 15
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic| About 29–30°C 25
Tenerife, Canary Islands| About 18–22°C 37
Auckland, New Zealand| About 24°C 25
Cairo, Egypt| About 20–21°C 25
If you say where you are starting from and how long you want to travel (e.g., short flight vs long‑haul), more tailored suggestions can be narrowed down from these regions.
