Month guide · Pattaya · Thailand
Pattaya in February
What February is really like in Pattaya: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Don Ramey Logan, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
February is one of the best months to visit Pattaya. Expect average highs of 32°C (90°F), lows of 24°C (75°F), about 3 rainy days and roughly 11.7 hours of daylight. Still dry and sunny, with calm seas for Koh Larn trips; busy around Lunar New Year.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 32°C (90°F) / 24°C (75°F)
- Rainy days
- About 3
- Daylight
- About 11.7 hours
- Sea temperature
- 28°C (82°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in February
February is the 6th-warmest month in Pattaya: days average 32°C (90°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 24°C (75°F). Rain falls on roughly 3 of its 28 days. Compared with January (31°C (88°F)), February is about as warm; by March highs stay near 33°C (91°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 06:39
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 18:22
- Daylight
- About 11.7 hours
- Sea
- 28°C (82°F)
Late rainy season (September–October). The wettest weeks and lowest prices, with occasional flooding; rains ease by late October.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 5 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: February is one of the pricier months.
Events in February
- Makha Bucha — Buddhist holiday, alcohol sales restricted (usually February or March)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in February
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
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Garden · Sattahip
Nong Nooch Tropical Garden
About 15 km south of Pattaya, this huge privately owned garden covers hundreds of hectares with French and Italian-style gardens, cactus and orchid collections, a valley of dinosaur sculptures and daily Thai cultural shows.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Nature
- Outdoors
- Photo spot
Theme park · Na Jomtien
Ramayana Water Park
Arrive at opening to beat queues on the big slides, bring reef-safe sunscreen and rent a locker for valuables.
- Time needed
- Full day
- Cost
- Expensive
- Kids
- Active
- Outdoors
Beach · Naklua and Wongamat
Wongamat Beach
A quieter beach in north Pattaya, backed by resorts and condo towers, with generally cleaner sand and calmer water than the city beach and views across to the Sanctuary of Truth.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Kids
Architecture · Naklua and Wongamat
Sanctuary of Truth
Go early in the morning when the sun lights the seaward face, and dress modestly, as shorts and bare shoulders may need to be covered.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Architecture
- Art
- Photo spot
The sea averages 28°C (82°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Pattaya.
What to pack
For highs near 32°C, lows near 24°C and 3 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit Pattaya?
One of the best months to visit Pattaya, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are November–January. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Pattaya?
It is one of the best months to visit Pattaya. Still dry and sunny, with calm seas for Koh Larn trips; busy around Lunar New Year.
+How warm is Pattaya in February?
Average highs are around 32°C (90°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Pattaya in February?
Expect rain on about 3 days of the month, so it is usually dry.