Where to go in February

25 destinations with the right weather and season in February, with temperatures and what not to miss.

• 🌡️ 30°C

  Mendoza

  Argentina

  Wine capital of Argentina, perfect for vineyards and summer outdoors.

  Summer

  • Wine tasting
  • Andes mountains
  • Vineyards
  • Outdoor adventures

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• 🌡️ 27°C

  Sri Lanka

  Sri Lanka

  Nature, culture and beaches with perfect February weather.

  Dry season

  • Tea plantations
  • Beaches
  • Temples
  • Wildlife safaris

  Sri Lanka guide →
• 🌡️ 16°C

  Agrigento

  Italy

  In February the almond trees blossom white and pink among the Greek temples of the Valley of the Temples.

  Almond blossom

  • Valley of the Temples
  • Temple of Concordia
  • Scala dei Turchi
  • Almond pastries

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• 🌡️ 8°C

  Ivrea

  Italy

  Its Carnival, usually in February, ends with the Battle of the Oranges, three days of fruit-throwing in the streets.

  Carnival

  • Battle of the Oranges
  • Historic parade
  • Fagioli grassi stew
  • Castle of Ivrea

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• 🌡️ 13°C

  Sanremo

  Italy

  Every February the Sanremo Music Festival turns this Riviera town into the capital of Italian song.

  Music festival

  • Ariston Theatre
  • La Pigna old town
  • Seafront promenade
  • Flower market

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• 🌡️ 1°C

  Cogne

  Italy

  February cold freezes the waterfalls of Gran Paradiso for ice climbers, while flat valleys are perfect for cross-country skiing.

  Winter

  • Cross-country on Sant'Orso
  • Frozen waterfalls
  • Gran Paradiso ibex
  • Valnontey village

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• 🌡️ 14°C

  Menton

  France

  From mid-February the Fête du Citron fills Menton with giant sculptures made of lemons and oranges.

  Lemon festival

  • Biovès Gardens
  • Citrus fruit parades
  • Old town basilica
  • Côte d'Azur seafront

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• 🌡️ 16°C

  Valletta

  Malta

  Maltese Carnival, usually in February, brings colourful floats and costumes to the baroque streets of the capital.

  Carnival

  • Carnival floats
  • St John's Co-Cathedral
  • Upper Barrakka Gardens
  • Ferry to Gozo

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• 🌡️ 15°C

  Mallorca

  Spain

  In February millions of almond trees bloom across the island's interior, long before the beach season.

  Almond blossom

  • Almond orchards
  • Valldemossa
  • Serra de Tramuntana
  • Palma Cathedral

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• 🌡️ -2°C

  Zermatt

  Switzerland

  February offers deep snow and longer sunny days for skiing beneath the Matterhorn, even across into Cervinia.

  Ski season

  • Matterhorn views
  • Gornergrat railway
  • Ski to Cervinia
  • Car-free village

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• 🌡️ 10°C

  Rijeka

  Croatia

  The Rijeka Carnival peaks before Lent, usually in February, with a huge parade and bell-ringing zvončari.

  Carnival

  • International carnival parade
  • Zvončari bell-ringers
  • Trsat Castle
  • Opatija promenade

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• 🌡️ 28°C

  Goa

  India

  Sunny beaches, Portuguese heritage and relaxed vibe.

  Dry season

  • Beaches
  • Churches
  • Markets
  • Nightlife

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• 🌡️ 1°C

  Hallstatt

  Austria

  In February the lakeside village is wrapped in snow and almost free of the tour groups that crowd it in summer.

  Winter

  • Snowy lakeside village
  • Skywalk viewpoint
  • Salt mine
  • Dachstein ice caves area

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• 🌡️ 4°C

  Plitvice Lakes

  Croatia

  February frost often turns Plitvice's waterfalls to ice, and the boardwalks are nearly empty.

  Frozen waterfalls

  • Veliki Slap waterfall
  • Snowy boardwalks
  • Lower Lakes loop
  • Winter ticket prices

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• 🌡️ 17°C

  Cádiz

  Spain

  Cádiz Carnival, usually in February, is famous for its satirical chirigotas singing in every street and square.

  Carnival

  • Street chirigotas
  • La Caleta beach
  • Cádiz Cathedral
  • Fried fish cones

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• 🌡️ 23°C

  Hurghada

  Egypt

  While Europe shivers, February on the Red Sea means warm sun and clear water for diving and snorkelling.

  Winter sun

  • Giftun Island
  • Coral reef snorkelling
  • Desert quad safari
  • Day trip to Luxor

  Egypt guide →
• 🌡️ 17°C

  Algarve

  Portugal

  In February almond blossom whitens the Algarve hills and the cliff trails are mild and peaceful.

  Almond blossom

  • Seven Hanging Valleys trail
  • Benagil cave
  • Lagos old town
  • Ponta da Piedade

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• 🌡️ 0°C

  Lofoten Islands

  Norway

  In February daylight returns over snowy peaks and fishing villages, while dark nights still bring auroras.

  Northern lights

  • Reine fishing village
  • Red rorbu cabins
  • Northern lights
  • Stockfish drying racks

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• 🌡️ 23°C

  Oman Desert

  Oman

  Mild winter, golden dunes and Bedouin culture.

  Winter

  • Desert safari
  • Wadis
  • Mountains
  • Bedouin camps

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• 🌡️ 29°C

  Phuket

  Thailand

  Tropical island with beaches, nightlife and boat trips.

  Dry season

  • Patong Beach
  • Island hopping
  • Nightlife
  • Thai cuisine

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• 🌡️ 21°C

  Canary Islands

  Spain

  Year-round mild climate, beaches and volcanic landscapes.

  Winter

  • Teide volcano
  • Beaches
  • Hiking
  • Traditional villages

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• 🌡️ 18°C

  Mardi Gras - New Orleans

  USA

  Carnival season with parades, jazz and colorful celebrations.

  Winter

  • Mardi Gras parades
  • French Quarter
  • Jazz clubs
  • Creole food
• 🌡️ -10°C

  Lapland

  Finland

  Snowy wonderland with huskies, auroras and Santa Claus Village.

  Winter

  • Aurora Borealis
  • Santa Claus Village
  • Husky rides
  • Snowmobile

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• 🌡️ 29°C

  Zanzibar

  Tanzania, United Republic of

  Tropical beaches, spice farms and Swahili culture.

  Summer

  • Beaches
  • Stone Town
  • Spice farms
  • Dhow sailing

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• 🌡️ 8°C

  Venice - Carnival

  Italy

  World-famous Carnival with masks, canals and history.

  Winter

  • Carnival masks
  • St. Mark’s Square
  • Gondola rides
  • Palaces

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