Palau Palau Weather in February — Climate Guide
February in Palau is high
Palau Weather in February — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 31° / 24°
- Rainfall
- 200mm · 16 days
- Crowds
- Busy
As of 2026, Palau in February averages a high of 31°C and low of 24°C with 200mm of rain over about 16 days. Dry-season warmth around 31°C/24°C, often one of the drier months. Light clothing, swimwear, a rash guard, and reef-safe sunscreen. Extreme UV (11) — cover up and reapply sunscreen on the water.
February is high for Palau.
February is often one of Palau's drier, sunnier months, with the usual hot, humid 31°C/24°C days. It is a strong window for the water-based experiences that define Palau.
Seas tend to be settled and visibility good, making it a fine month for the Rock Islands, snorkeling and the signature dives. If diving is your priority, the drier months like February stack the odds in your favor.
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Palau February Weather Stats
Avg High
31°C
Avg Low
24°C
Rainy Days
16
200mm total
Sunshine
7h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
muggy
UV Index
11
Extreme
Wind
16 km/h
Gusts 28
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
February Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
7 μg/m³
PM10
15 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
36°C
Nighttime
26°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
16 km/h
Max gust 28 km/h
Activities Recommended for February
February Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Often one of the driest, sunniest months
- Excellent diving visibility
- Reliable Rock Islands boat days
Cons
- Peak-season pricing
- Extreme UV (11)
- High humidity year-round
- Limited flights and rooms — book early
February Events & Festivals
- One of the drier, sunnier months — strong diving conditions
- Continued peak-season demand
- Good visibility for the famous dive walls
Palau in February — Full Picture
February is often one of Palau's drier, sunnier months, with the usual hot, humid 31°C/24°C days. It is a strong window for the water-based experiences that define Palau.
Seas tend to be settled and visibility good, making it a fine month for the Rock Islands, snorkeling and the signature dives. If diving is your priority, the drier months like February stack the odds in your favor.
Demand stays high through the dry season, so reserve flights, hotels and dive days in advance — options are genuinely limited for such a famous destination.
As always, showers can still pass through and humidity is high, and the Jellyfish Lake experience varies — confirm what people are seeing before buying the permit.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Dry-season warmth around 31°C/24°C, often one of the drier months. Light clothing, swimwear, a rash guard, and reef-safe sunscreen. Extreme UV (11) — cover up and reapply sunscreen on the water.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
31°C
24.7°C
17/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
31°C
25°C
21.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
31°C
25°C
18.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current31°C
24.3°C
18/mo
Palau Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 31° | 24° | 19d·280mm | 6.5h | 82% | 11 | Busy | Peak |
| February (Best) | 31° | 24° | 16d·200mm | 7h | 80% | 11 | Busy | Peak |
| March (Best) | 31° | 24° | 16d·220mm | 7h | 80% | 12 | Busy | Peak |
| 31° | 25° | 16d·230mm | 7h | 80% | 12 | Busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 25° | 19d·280mm | 6h | 83% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 25° | 21d·320mm | 5.5h | 84% | 11 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 31° | 25° | 22d·380mm | 5h | 85% | 11 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 31° | 25° | 22d·360mm | 5.5h | 85% | 11 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 31° | 25° | 20d·300mm | 5.5h | 84% | 11 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 31° | 25° | 18d·250mm | 6h | 83% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 25° | 18d·240mm | 6h | 83% | 11 | Moderate | Peak | |
| 31° | 25° | 19d·290mm | 6h | 83% | 11 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is February a good time to visit Palau?
Palau in February is high. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Palau in February?
Palau February averages a high of 31°C and a low of 24°C.
Does it rain much in Palau in February?
Palau February averages 200mm of rainfall over about 16 rainy days.
What should I wear in Palau in February?
Dry-season warmth around 31°C/24°C, often one of the drier months. Light clothing, swimwear, a rash guard, and reef-safe sunscreen. Extreme UV (11) — cover up and reapply sunscreen on the water.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Palau in February?
Palau February sunrise is 06:25 and sunset is 18:30, with 12h 05min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Palau in February?
Palau February air quality (AQI) averages 24, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 7μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Palau in February?
In February, Palau is great for Rock Islands boat day, Diving the famous walls and channels, Snorkeling and beach days.
Is February peak season in Palau?
Palau 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.