Month guide · Langkawi · Malaysia
Langkawi in February
What February is really like in Langkawi: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: RoB, CC BY-SA 3.0
Quick answer
February is one of the best months to visit Langkawi. Expect average highs of 33°C (91°F), lows of 23°C (73°F), about 5 rainy days and roughly 11.9 hours of daylight. Dry, sunny and hot, with some of the best visibility for snorkelling and boat trips.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 33°C (91°F) / 23°C (73°F)
- Rainy days
- About 5
- Daylight
- About 11.9 hours
- Sea temperature
- 29°C (84°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in February
February is the 2nd-warmest month in Langkawi: days average 33°C (91°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 23°C (73°F). Rain falls on roughly 5 of its 28 days. Compared with January (32°C (90°F)), February is about as warm; by March highs stay near 34°C (93°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 07:37
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 19:33
- Daylight
- About 11.9 hours
- Sea
- 29°C (84°F)
Late monsoon (September–November). The wettest stretch, with rough seas in September and October; quiet and lower-priced, improving through November.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 4 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: February is one of the pricier months.
Events in February
- Chinese New Year (some years)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in February
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Nature · Kilim
Kilim Karst Geoforest Park mangrove tour
Boats leave the Kilim jetty in the northeast to weave through mangrove channels between limestone cliffs, usually stopping at a bat cave, a floating fish farm and an opening to the sea.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Nature
- Outdoors
- Kids
- Iconic
- Photo spot
Beach · Pantai Cenang
Pantai Cenang beach
Swim at the southern or northern ends away from the jet-ski launch areas, and come back for sunset with a drink from a beach bar.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Couples
- Outdoors
- Iconic
Landmark · Kuah
Eagle Square (Dataran Lang)
A 12-metre statue of a reddish-brown eagle about to take flight stands by the water next to Kuah jetty; the island's name is often linked to the Malay words for eagle (helang) and reddish-brown (kawi).
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Photo spot
- Iconic
Nature · Pantai Kok
Seven Wells Waterfall (Telaga Tujuh)
The upper pools are slippery; wear sandals with grip and keep food hidden from the macaques at the car park.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Nature
- Active
- Outdoors
The sea averages 29°C (84°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Langkawi.
What to pack
For highs near 33°C, lows near 23°C and 5 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit Langkawi?
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Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Langkawi?
It is one of the best months to visit Langkawi. Dry, sunny and hot, with some of the best visibility for snorkelling and boat trips.
+How warm is Langkawi in February?
Average highs are around 33°C (91°F) and lows around 23°C (73°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Langkawi in February?
Expect rain on about 5 days of the month.