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Turks and Caicos in February
What February is really like in Turks and Caicos: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Dwkaminski, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
February is a shoulder-season month. Expect average highs of 27°C (81°F), lows of 21°C (70°F), about 4 rainy days and roughly 11.4 hours of daylight. Dry, sunny and comfortable; the sea is at its coolest but still pleasant for swimming.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 27°C (81°F) / 21°C (70°F)
- Rainy days
- About 4
- Daylight
- About 11.4 hours
- Sea temperature
- 25°C (77°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in February
February is the coolest month in Turks and Caicos: days average 27°C (81°F) against a yearly average high of 30°C (86°F), and nights fall to about 21°C (70°F). Rain falls on roughly 4 of its 28 days. Compared with January (27°C (81°F)), February is about as warm; by March highs stay near 28°C (82°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 06:20
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 17:46
- Daylight
- About 11.4 hours
- Sea
- 25°C (77°F)
Hurricane peak and late autumn (September–November). The stormiest period, with some closures and the lowest prices; conditions improve through November.
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
- Humpback whale season around Grand Turk and Salt Cay (roughly January to April)
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.
Island · Leeward
Iguana Island and Half Moon Bay
Little Water Cay, off Provo's east end, is a protected reserve for the endangered Turks and Caicos rock iguana, viewed from boardwalks.
- Time needed
- Half a day with a boat tour
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Nature
- Outdoors
- Photo spot
Historic site · Turtle Cove
Cheshire Hall Plantation
Visit with a National Trust guide if possible; the signs are brief, and the guided stories bring the ruins to life.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Outdoors
- Off the beaten path
Nature · The Bight
Bight Reef (Coral Gardens)
A marked snorkel trail a short swim off the beach at The Bight, where coral heads attract reef fish, rays and frequently sea turtles.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Nature
- Active
Nature · Turtle Cove
Smith's Reef
Check the conditions before swimming out, as boat traffic from the marina channel passes nearby, and snorkel with a buddy.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Nature
- Active
- Off the beaten path
The sea averages 25°C (77°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Turks and Caicos.
What to pack
For highs near 27°C, lows near 21°C and 4 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit Turks and Caicos?
A shoulder-season month, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, April–June are better overall. Compare every month.
Turks and Caicos in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Turks and Caicos?
It is a shoulder-season month. Dry, sunny and comfortable; the sea is at its coolest but still pleasant for swimming.
+How warm is Turks and Caicos in February?
Average highs are around 27°C (81°F) and lows around 21°C (70°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Turks and Caicos in February?
Expect rain on about 4 days of the month, so it is usually dry.