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India in February: Weather, Where to Go, and What to Avoid
By Experience My India Editorial Team
Destination specialists and licensed local guides
February is still one of the most comfortable months for most of India, with the Golden Triangle, Rajasthan and South India all at their best before the heat builds. Kashmir stays cold, and Gulmarg is still good for snow, while Ladakh remains largely closed. It is peak season, so book ahead.
Weather by region
- Golden Triangle and Rajasthan — days are warming but still comfortable; mornings and evenings are cooler.
- Kerala and South India — warm, moving toward hot by month's end.
- Goa — warm, dry and busy, still firmly in season.
- Kashmir and Ladakh — Kashmir is cold, with snow at altitude; Ladakh remains largely closed for winter.
Where's best this month
February is a strong month across the board: the Golden Triangle and Rajasthan before the heat sets in, Kerala and South India for warmth, and Goa for a beach add-on. It is also one of the last comfortable months before the plains start to turn hot.
Festivals this month
- Vasant Panchami — a spring festival marked with kite-flying in parts of the north (date varies with the lunar calendar).
- Maha Shivratri — a major festival dedicated to Shiva, usually falling in late February or March (date varies).
What to avoid
- Booking late — this is peak season, and hotels and guides in Rajasthan and the Golden Triangle fill up.
- Leaving Kashmir or Ladakh sightseeing (beyond Gulmarg's snow season) for this month — most of both regions are still shut for winter.
Frequently asked questions
Is February a good time to visit India?
Yes, it's one of the best months for the Golden Triangle, Rajasthan, Kerala and South India, just before the heat sets in.
Is February too late for Rajasthan?
No — it's still one of the most comfortable months, though days are warming compared with December and January.
Can I ski or see snow in India in February?
Gulmarg in Kashmir is open for snow this month; Ladakh is still largely closed for winter.
Do I need to book ahead for February?
Yes — this is peak season, so book hotels and guides well in advance.
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