Bagan in February

In February, Bagan averages 32°C (90°F) during the day and 16°C (61°F) at night, with only about 1 rainy day.

Shoulder

Conditions are warm and beach-friendly. Skies are generally dry and clear.

February in Bagan is outside the typical sweet spot for sightseeing weather. It can still be a great time to visit if you have specific reasons (festivals, off-season pricing, etc.).

32°C
Avg high
16°C
Avg low
1
Rain days
5 mm
Rainfall

How February compares to the rest of the year in Bagan

6th
warmest month of the 12
11th
wettest month of the 12
0%
of yearly rainfall falls in February
11 h 27 min
daylight on the 15th

February is in the middle of the year for warmth in Bagan (6th of 12) and one of the driest months (11th of 12). Daytime temperature matches the city's annual average. February runs 4°C warmer than January (28°C) and warms a further 4°C into March (36°C).

February sunrise & sunset in Bagan

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
6:41 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
6:08 PM
Day length
11 h 27 min

Times shown for Bagan local time (Asia/Yangon), calculated for the 15th of February. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Bagan — February

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of February, in Bagan's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
5:41 AM – 6:21 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
6:21 AM – 7:21 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
5:28 PM – 6:28 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
6:28 PM – 7:08 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Poor
Core barely rises (or hasn't yet returned for the season). Consider a different month.

📅 When to book — Bagan in February

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on February's tier (Shoulder) and Bagan's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
6-10 weeks
Sweet spot for value. Major fare-sales (US: Black Friday, EU: post-Easter) hit hardest in shoulder months for shoulder travel.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
4-8 weeks
Lots of selection. Look for shoulder-season packages — many hotels add value (free breakfast, spa credit) to fill rooms.
⚠ Chinese New Year disrupts SE Asian flights and hotels for 2-3 weeks — book 5+ months ahead if traveling around the lunar New Year (late Jan to mid-Feb).

Crowds & pricing — February in Bagan

Shoulder

Bagan is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.

Why this tier: comfortable tourism weather

Sun & mosquito risk — February in Bagan

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
10.1
Very high
Limit sun exposure between 11 AM and 3 PM; SPF 30-50, reapply every 90 minutes outdoors.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●●●○
High
Peak mosquito activity. DEET 30%+, long sleeves at dawn/dusk, sleep under nets if rural. Check current dengue/malaria advisories for the destination.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

Bagan in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 28°C / 82°F 14°C / 57°F 1 mm 1 0
February 32°C / 90°F 16°C / 61°F 5 mm 1 0
March 36°C / 97°F 20°C / 68°F 10 mm 2 0
April 38°C / 100°F 24°C / 75°F 30 mm 3 0
May 36°C / 97°F 25°C / 77°F 135 mm 9 0
June 33°C / 91°F 25°C / 77°F 140 mm 11 0
July 33°C / 91°F 25°C / 77°F 135 mm 12 0
August 32°C / 90°F 24°C / 75°F 165 mm 14 0
September 32°C / 90°F 24°C / 75°F 165 mm 12 0
October 31°C / 88°F 23°C / 73°F 165 mm 10 0
November 29°C / 84°F 19°C / 66°F 55 mm 4 0
December 27°C / 81°F 15°C / 59°F 5 mm 1 0

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is Bagan in February?

In February, Bagan averages a high of 32°C (90°F) and a low of 16°C (61°F) — generally hot.

Does it rain a lot in Bagan in February?

February is generally dry in Bagan, with about 1 rainy day on average.

Is February a good time to visit Bagan?

February is hot and mostly dry. It suits travelers who are comfortable with hot weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Bagan in February?

Pack lightweight, breathable clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen. See the full February packing list for Bagan for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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