Despite the widespread belief that summer reigns in the subequator all year round, even in hot climates there is some seasonal diversity. February for India and Thailand located in the northern hemisphere is winter. At the same time, the Indian state of Goa and the Land of Smiles are some of the most popular winter tourist destinations, and the weather in February is about the same both there and there. Therefore, choosing a place for an exotic trip in February is necessary not only on the basis of weather conditions, but also on other features.
Thailand in February
Thailand is located in the subequatorial zone, but its length from north to south, almost 2,000 km long, provides a variety of local climatic conditions. Thus, the southern island province of Krabi is characterized by high temperatures and humidity all year round. If from Krabi airport, after a two-hour flight, you find yourself in the northern resort town of Chiang Mai, a tourist may shiver slightly from the sharp temperature drop.
Thailand is a multifaceted and diverse country, offering not only beach holidays, but also a varied excursion program, exciting and profitable shopping, diving and other active recreation.
In February, a hot dry season reigns throughout Thailand: there is practically no rain at this time, the weather is slightly cloudy, and the activity of the sun is especially high at this time. This is an ideal period for a beach holiday, but you need to be aware of the dangers of the subequatorial sun and especially carefully protect your skin from highly active ultraviolet radiation. In the most popular resorts - Pattaya and Phuket - the sea temperature in February is 26-28 ° C, and the air warms up to 30-35 ° C.
Goa in february
Goa is the main resort area of India, which is strikingly different from the rest of the country. The coast of Goa stretches for 110 km along the Indian Ocean, and it is divided by the Agouda Fort into South and North Goa. If the southern part is chosen mainly by wealthy Europeans and Indians, then poor young people from the USA, Europe, and also from Russia like to come to the democratic North.
Goa is the most popular resort region in India, where millions of travelers from all over the world come every year. For Russians, this state has a simplified visa regime.
February weather in Goa is the peak of the hot and dry winter season. The sea water temperature at this time is kept at 28oC, and the air warms up to 28-35oC. The air humidity at this time is the lowest for the whole year, however, due to the proximity of the sea and many rivers, for an ordinary Russian, the air will still seem humid and heavy from habit.
Goa is loved for its many restaurants serving Indian, Thai, Tibetan and European cuisines, for its widespread Ayurvedic treatments, bustling oriental markets, excursions to Vedic temples and famous nightly trance parties.
