Where to go in February
February brings the dry season to much of Southeast Asia and Central America, and pleasant warmth to Egypt and the deserts of the Middle East, while summer winds down in the south.
Places are ranked by their typical weather in February (comfortable daily highs and little rain) and by traveler ratings. Public holidays are listed with each place, as museums, shops and offices may be closed and popular places can be busy on them. Climate data from Meteostat.
28 places have good weather in February in Africa, showing the top 24.
Serengeti National Park
4.79
Vast savanna known for annual wildlife migrations.
Ngorongoro Crater
4.7
Natural amphitheater with abundant African wildlife
Lalibela
4.58
Rock-hewn churches and pilgrimage site
Table Mountain
4.55
Flat-topped mountain overlooking Cape Town, known for its stunning views and rich biodiversity.
Namib Desert
4.53
Ancient desert with towering orange dunes, rich in history and unique natural wonders.
Atlas Mountains
4.42
Mountain range featuring ancient kasbah trading routes including Dades Valley gorges as well as fortified mud-brick cities of Aït Benhaddou and Ouarzazate's film studios and historic caravan stops like Telouet Palace
Marrakech
4.38
Historic city known for its medina markets (Djemaa el-Fna) and Islamic architecture.
Rock Churches of Tigray
4.06
Ancient churches carved into Tigray's rugged cliffs, embodying centuries of faith and Ethiopian history.
Ghadames
4.03
Ancient desert trading town known as the 'Pearl of the Desert,' rich in history, culture, and unique architecture.
Masai Mara
4.75
Safari reserve known for great migration, rich wildlife, and Maasai cultural heritage.
Leptis Magna
3.95
Roman city ruins on coast.
Knysna Heads
4.22
Dramatic coastal cliff formations marking the entrance to Knysna Lagoon, rich in natural beauty and maritime history.
Aksum
3.75
Ancient capital with mysterious obelisks, rich in history and enigma, and site of the legendary Ark of the Covenant.
Taroudant
3.5
Red-walled market town, a historic and cultural gem offering an authentic Moroccan experience.
Bahir Dar
3.65
Lake monasteries and Blue Nile Falls
Lake Natron
4.38
Red lake with flamingo colonies offering striking natural beauty and unique ecosystems, central to local Maasai culture. Home to the rare Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano.
Volubilis
3.86
Roman ruins in countryside
Essaouira
4.03
Fortified coastal town with sea walls, a vibrant history, and a multicultural artistic flair.
Chefchaouen
4.05
Blue-painted mountain town with Moroccan charm.
Suakin
2.78
Ottoman coral building port with a rich historical legacy on Sudan's Red Sea coast.
Île de Gorée
4.03
Historic slave trade island, now a UNESCO World Heritage site, reflecting on a dark past through memorials and cultural festivals.
Fes
4.28
Medieval medina with traditional crafts and tanneries.
Dougga
4.33
Complete Roman town ruins
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Kairouan
3.8
A historic Islamic city with rich cultural heritage, renowned for its ancient mosques and vibrant traditions.