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India Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in India in February.

Thinking about venturing to India this February and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in India in February

In February, India experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from very cold to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Losar at -16°C (3°F) to very hot in Shoranūr at 37°C (99°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Shoranūr and -26°C (-15°F) in Losar.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of India, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Diu with an average of 0.5 mm (0.02 in) to heavy rainfall in Lachen with 770 mm (30 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, New Delhi enjoys approximately 225 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in India in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across India.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in India

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in India?

Temperature range in India (February)

Precipitation variation in India (February)

New Delhi

In February New Delhi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
219 hours
225 hours
251 hours
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions

Bengaluru

In February Bengaluru generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
265 hours
250 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.7 mm (0.2 in)
8.2 mm (0.3 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions

Jaipur

In February Jaipur generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
10 mm (0.4 in)
9.9 mm (0.4 in)
7.4 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions

Chennai

In February Chennai generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
238 hours
290 hours
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
9.4 mm (0.4 in)
9.9 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions

Mumbai

In February Mumbai generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
258 hours
274 hours
Monthly rainfall
1 mm (0.04 in)
1 mm (0.04 in)
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in India in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
New Delhi 25°C (77°F) 12°C (54°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Varanasi 28°C (82°F) 14°C (57°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Bengaluru 31°C (88°F) 18°C (64°F) 8.2 mm (0.3 in)
Mumbai 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 1 mm (0.04 in)
Kochi 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Hyderabad 33°C (91°F) 20°C (68°F) 4.4 mm (0.2 in)

India weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in India in February?

February in India brings perfect weather. In New Delhi, daytime temperatures are typically around 25°C (77°F) and nighttime lows hover near 12°C (54°F).

What is the average temperature in India in February?

In New Delhi, the average daytime high in February is 25°C (77°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 12°C (54°F).

Does India get a lot of rain in February?

Rain is generally moderate to light in India during February, with New Delhi averaging close to 37 mm (1.5 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit India?

We consider February to be one of the best times to travel to India. Typically, the climate in New Delhi is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in New Delhi. The weather in April, May, June, July, August, September and October, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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