The short answer
- Month
- February
- Verdict
- Excellent
- North (Delhi, Rajasthan)
- Warm, sunny days around 24 to 26°C
- South (Kerala, Goa)
- Warm and dry, around 32°C
- Crowds and prices
- Busy, but less than December and January
February may be the single best month for a first trip to India. The fog of early winter has cleared, days are warm without being hot, and the whole country is dry.
It is a popular month, so book good tours and heritage hotels a few months ahead.
Where to go in February
- Golden Triangle and Rajasthan: Perfect sightseeing weather from Delhi to Udaipur.
- Varanasi: Clear dawns for boat rides on the Ganges.
- Kerala and Goa: Still dry and sunny before the heat builds.
- Tiger reserves: Warming up, with sightings improving.
What to avoid in February
- Ladakh, which is still in deep winter.
- Leaving bookings too late: February sells out.
Festivals in February
- Desert Festival, Jaisalmer: Usually in February, with camel races, folk music and turban tying below the golden fort.
- Rann Utsav, Gujarat: A tented festival on the white salt desert of Kutch, running through the winter.
- Maha Shivaratri: A night of prayer to Shiva, often in February or March, spectacular in Varanasi.
Weather in February
Average highs, lows and rainfall, with February highlighted. Compare it with the months either side if your dates are flexible.
Average daily high / low and monthly rainfall
| Month | DelhiAgra is similar | Jaipurmost of Rajasthan | Varanasi | KochiKerala coast | Goa | LehLadakh |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 20° / 8°19 mm | 22° / 8°8 mm | 23° / 9°18 mm | 32° / 23°20 mm | 32° / 20°1 mm | -2° / -14°10 mm |
| Feb | 24° / 11°21 mm | 26° / 11°7 mm | 27° / 12°18 mm | 32° / 24°25 mm | 32° / 21°0 mm | 1° / -12°8 mm |
| Mar | 30° / 15°17 mm | 32° / 16°4 mm | 33° / 17°9 mm | 33° / 25°40 mm | 32° / 23°1 mm | 6° / -6°10 mm |
| Apr | 36° / 21°16 mm | 37° / 22°5 mm | 39° / 22°6 mm | 33° / 26°130 mm | 33° / 25°10 mm | 12° / -1°7 mm |
| May | 40° / 26°30 mm | 40° / 26°15 mm | 40° / 26°15 mm | 32° / 26°330 mm | 33° / 27°100 mm | 17° / 3°7 mm |
| Jun | 39° / 28°74 mm | 39° / 27°60 mm | 38° / 28°105 mm | 29° / 24°750 mm | 30° / 25°900 mm | 22° / 7°4 mm |
| Jul | 35° / 28°210 mm | 34° / 26°190 mm | 33° / 27°290 mm | 29° / 24°600 mm | 29° / 24°1000 mm | 25° / 11°15 mm |
| Aug | 34° / 27°225 mm | 32° / 25°200 mm | 32° / 26°300 mm | 29° / 24°380 mm | 29° / 24°600 mm | 24° / 10°15 mm |
| Sep | 34° / 25°125 mm | 33° / 24°80 mm | 32° / 25°230 mm | 30° / 24°300 mm | 30° / 24°270 mm | 21° / 6°9 mm |
| Oct | 33° / 19°15 mm | 33° / 19°15 mm | 32° / 21°40 mm | 30° / 24°340 mm | 32° / 24°120 mm | 14° / -1°4 mm |
| Nov | 28° / 13°6 mm | 29° / 13°4 mm | 29° / 14°10 mm | 31° / 24°170 mm | 33° / 23°30 mm | 7° / -7°3 mm |
| Dec | 22° / 9°8 mm | 24° / 9°3 mm | 25° / 10°5 mm | 32° / 23°40 mm | 33° / 21°5 mm | 1° / -11°5 mm |
Rounded long term averages. Blue shading marks the wetter months. Individual years can be hotter, colder or wetter.
A 14 day trip for February
Our suggestion for February: Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer and Udaipur. Every trip can be made private and changed to suit your dates.
Tip: February is ideal for Rajasthan's desert. Spend a night in a camp in the dunes near Jaisalmer: the nights are cold but the stars are spectacular.
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Frequently asked questions
Is February a good time to visit India?
Yes, it is one of the very best months, with warm, dry days across the north and south.
Is February too busy in India?
It is popular, but less crowded and cheaper than late December. Book tours and hotels a few months ahead.
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