Month guide · Singapore
Singapore in February
What February is really like in Singapore: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Alexey Komarov, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
February is one of the best months to visit Singapore. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 24°C (75°F), about 11 rainy days and roughly 12.1 hours of daylight. Usually the driest, sunniest month; Chinese New Year week brings closures of some family-run stalls and higher hotel prices.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 24°C (75°F)
- Rainy days
- About 11
- Daylight
- About 12.1 hours
- Sea temperature
- 27°C (81°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in February
February is the 4th-warmest month in Singapore: days average 31°C (88°F) against a yearly average high of 31°C (88°F), and nights fall to about 24°C (75°F). Rain falls on roughly 11 of its 28 days. Compared with January (30°C (86°F)), February is about as warm; by March highs stay near 32°C (90°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 07:17
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 19:21
- Daylight
- About 12.1 hours
- Sea
- 27°C (81°F)
Inter-monsoon (autumn) (October–November). Afternoon thunderstorms build towards the wet northeast monsoon; Deepavali and early Christmas lights brighten the city.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 4 for crowds (the peak is December at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in September). Book accommodation early: February is one of the pricier months.
Events in February
- Chingay Parade — street parade around Chinese New Year (usually February)
- River Hongbao lanterns at Marina Bay (around Chinese New Year)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in February
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
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Architecture · Changi
Jewel Changi Airport
A glass doughnut linked to Changi's terminals, Jewel shelters the HSBC Rain Vortex — at 40 metres the world's tallest indoor waterfall — inside the terraced Shiseido Forest Valley.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Rainy day
- Architecture
- Photo spot
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Viewpoint · Marina Bay
Marina Bay Sands SkyPark
Go up about 30 minutes before sunset to see the skyline in daylight and after dark on one ticket.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Views
- Couples
- After dark
- Photo spot
Waterfront · Marina Bay
Merlion Park and the Marina Bay promenade
The 8.6-metre Merlion, half lion and half fish, spouts water into the bay opposite Marina Bay Sands.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- After dark
- Views
- Photo spot
- Kids
Garden · Tanglin
Singapore Botanic Gardens
Come at 7–8am with the joggers, when it is cool and the swans and terrapins on Swan Lake are most active.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Nature
- Kids
- Outdoors
- Couples
- History
The sea averages 27°C (81°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Singapore.
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 24°C and 11 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit Singapore?
One of the best months to visit Singapore, with 2 notable events on the calendar. The other best months are March–April and July–August. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Singapore?
It is one of the best months to visit Singapore. Usually the driest, sunniest month; Chinese New Year week brings closures of some family-run stalls and higher hotel prices.
+How warm is Singapore in February?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Singapore in February?
Expect rain on about 11 days of the month.