Myanmar Bagan Weather in February — Climate Guide
February in Bagan is very-high
February is very-high for Bagan.
February is statistically Bagan's driest month alongside January — 0 rainy days, 5mm rainfall, and consistent 33°C / 91°F highs. Same temple-zone + balloon-flight conditions as January but slightly warmer days. Valentine's Day (Feb 14) brings honeymoon + couple traffic — Aureum Palace + Bagan Lodge + Tharabar Gate Hotel temple-view villas book out 6-8 weeks ahead during the holiday week.
The canonical Valentine's setup: private temple-view villa balcony + sunset cocktails at Aureum Palace terrace + private hot-air balloon sunrise + temple-view honeymoon photography. The riverside Ayeyarwaddy sunset boat + Mt. Popa day trip + private temple-photography tour anchors round out the romance week.
Travel score
Driest month + Valentine's honeymoon peak
February Weather at a Glance
February averages 91°F / 33°C highs and 64°F / 18°C lows with 0 rainy days and 5mm of rain. Humidity 50%, UV 9, sunshine 10 hours. Slightly warmer than January days with similar dry conditions. Sunrise 6:30, sunset 5:50 PM.
February Travel Advice
Pre-book Valentine's Day Aureum Palace + Bagan Lodge + Tharabar Gate Hotel temple-view villas 6-8 weeks ahead. Hot-air balloon book 4-8 weeks ahead Valentine's week. Mt. Popa day trip 1-2 days ahead.
February Pricing Trends
Peak pricing + Valentine's surge: boutique $100-220/night, Aureum Palace $280-500, Bagan Lodge $220-450, Tharabar Gate Hotel $200-380. Honeymoon packages $300-700/night with balloon flight included. Flights via Yangon $60-120.
Bagan February Weather Stats
Avg High
33°C
Avg Low
18°C
Rainy Days
0
5mm total
Sunshine
10h
Daily avg
Humidity
50%
comfortable
UV Index
9
Very high
Wind
8 km/h
Gusts 18
Sea Temp
24°C
swimming hotel pools
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
February Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
35 μg/m³
PM10
65 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
34°C
Nighttime
17°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
8 km/h
Max gust 18 km/h
Activities Recommended for February
February Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Driest month of the year
- Valentine's honeymoon + couples peak
- Hot-air balloon + temple-zone conditions at peak
- Temple-plain visibility at year's best (early month)
- Mt. Popa day-trip ideal
Cons
- Chinese New Year + Valentine's hotel surge
- Honeymoon resorts book 6-8 weeks ahead
- Slash-and-burn haze starts imminent late month
- Pre-dawn balloon temperatures 18°C — light jacket needed
February Events & Festivals
- Driest month of the year alongside January
- Union Day (February 12) — modest national celebrations
- Valentine's Day — honeymoon Aureum Palace + Bagan Lodge peak
- Hot-air balloon flights at peak
Bagan in February — Full Picture
February is statistically Bagan's driest month alongside January — 0 rainy days, 5mm rainfall, and consistent 33°C / 91°F highs. Same temple-zone + balloon-flight conditions as January but slightly warmer days. Valentine's Day (Feb 14) brings honeymoon + couple traffic — Aureum Palace + Bagan Lodge + Tharabar Gate Hotel temple-view villas book out 6-8 weeks ahead during the holiday week.
The canonical Valentine's setup: private temple-view villa balcony + sunset cocktails at Aureum Palace terrace + private hot-air balloon sunrise + temple-view honeymoon photography. The riverside Ayeyarwaddy sunset boat + Mt. Popa day trip + private temple-photography tour anchors round out the romance week.
If you're a haze-sensitive photographer, February is the last comfortable window — slash-and-burn agricultural burning begins late month + visibility starts compromising by early March.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Similar to January with slightly warmer days. 33°C / 91°F days, 18°C / 64°F nights. Short sleeve + light jacket for pre-dawn balloon. UV climbing to 9 — reapply sunscreen every 2-3 hours. Slash-and-burn haze season approaches — air still clear most of the month.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
38°C
23.3°C
3.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
34°C
25°C
13/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
31.7°C
21.7°C
7.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current30.3°C
17°C
0/mo
Bagan Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 30° | 16° | 0d·5mm | 9h | 50% | 8 | Busy | Peak |
| February (Best) | 33° | 18° | 0d·5mm | 10h | 50% | 9 | Busy | Peak |
| 37° | 21° | 1d·15mm | 9.5h | 50% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 40° | 24° | 3d·30mm | 9h | 55% | 12 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 37° | 25° | 7d·90mm | 7.5h | 65% | 11 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 35° | 25° | 10d·130mm | 6.5h | 75% | 11 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 34° | 25° | 14d·160mm | 5.5h | 80% | 10 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 33° | 25° | 15d·170mm | 5.5h | 82% | 10 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 33° | 24° | 12d·130mm | 6h | 80% | 10 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 32° | 22° | 8d·80mm | 7h | 75% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| November (Best) | 30° | 19° | 2d·25mm | 8.5h | 65% | 8 | Busy | Peak |
| December (Best) | 28° | 17° | 0d·5mm | 9h | 55% | 8 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is February a good time to visit Bagan?
Bagan in February is very-high. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Bagan in February?
Bagan February averages a high of 33°C and a low of 18°C.
Does it rain much in Bagan in February?
Bagan February averages 5mm of rainfall over about 0 rainy days.
What should I wear in Bagan in February?
Similar to January with slightly warmer days. 33°C / 91°F days, 18°C / 64°F nights. Short sleeve + light jacket for pre-dawn balloon. UV climbing to 9 — reapply sunscreen every 2-3 hours. Slash-and-burn haze season approaches — air still clear most of the month.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Bagan in February?
Bagan February sunrise is 06:30 and sunset is 17:50, with 11h 20min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Bagan in February?
Bagan February air quality (AQI) averages 75, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 35μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Bagan in February?
In February, Bagan is great for Valentine's hot-air balloon sunrise + Aureum Palace honeymoon, Temple-zone e-bike circuit (peak visibility), Bagan Viewing Tower + designated mound sunset.
Is February peak season in Bagan?
Bagan February crowds are busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.