Borneo
Sarawak & Sandakan
The north-east monsoon winds continue to blow from North-East Asia, but bring drier weather in February. The north coastal and central regions of Sabah are experiencing relatively dry weather, however heavy rain is still likely in southern and coastal regions...
Both the coastal and inland areas of Sarawak are still receiving high levels of fairly persistent rainfall during February... more
Burma (Myanmar)
Things continue to improve as you enter February with the coming two months arguably the best time of the year to visit Burma. The downside to the great weather is of course the higher visitor numbers and, whilst these are anything but excessive, the limited choice of hotels in some key destinations means that it’s important to book early to avoid disappointment. With no rain expected throughout the month and the chilly winter feel in the highlands now a thing of the past... more
Cambodia
Its all good news in February with excellent weather expected throughout the country. The hottest months of the year are just around the corner so you can expect temperatures to gradually rise throughout the month. Despite this February is considered ‘relatively’ cool, averaging around 27°C across the country. The beaches on the south coast are in full bloom with any rainfall extremely unlikely...more
Laos
The dry season continues throughout February, promising premium travelling conditions throughout Laos. Whilst little or no rain is expected across the country, temperatures remain moderate with Vientiane and Luang Prabang averaging 26°C whilst further to the south temperatures are a little higher, averaging 30°C or just tipping into the low 30’s°C in some parts. Towards the end of the month temperatures start to rise...more
Malaysia
Whilst the majority of Malaysia will be enjoying sunshine and blue skies, the east coast destinations such as Tioman Island, Perhentian Islands, Terengganu and Redang Island will still be experiencing heavy rains and strong winds although these will start to decline as the month goes on...more
Sri Lanka
A great month to travel in Sri Lanka, with the beaches along the southern and western coast all expecting plenty of sunshine (avg temp 30 °C). To the east, the north-eastern monsoon should be starting to wind down, meaning that the National Parks of Yala and Wilpattu will also be hot and dry, although rainfall is expected further to the north and east. Further to the north, Kandy and the hills of the central Tea Country are likely to be receiving some rainfall, while warm, dry weather returns to the Cultural Triangle (avg temp: 27 °C). Temperatures in the Tea Country, around Nuwara Eliya, remain cooler due to the higher altitude (avg temp: 20 °C)... more
Thailand
Chiang Mai and much of the north of Thailand are likely to be cool and dry, enjoying a refreshing breeze - perfect for visitors in need of a break from the heat further south (avg temp: 22-25°C).Bangkok is also expecting dry conditions, although warmer than further to the north due in part to its lower altitude. In the south, conditions on the peninsular and nearby islands are similar from one coast to the other, however whilst on the west you can expect little if any rain, the east will most likely be feeling the tail end of its rainy season...more
Vietnam
February is amongst the best months to travel in Vietnam; conditions are at their very best with dry, bright weather expected along the entire length of the country. There are a number of great beach options, with southern and central parts all enjoying premium conditions for sun worshipers. At the northern end of the country skies are clear with just a little rain expected whilst in the mountains and highlands good trekking and adventure-activity conditions return...more