Phuket vs Penang

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Phuket edges ahead as the better destination in February. Phuket offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 4 rain days, while Penang sees 10 sunshine hours and 16 rain days.

Phuket can feel quite hot at 29°C, so plan for heat. Penang runs hot at 30°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Phuket is the stronger choice in February. Phuket receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Phuket reaches an average high of 29°C (84°F) and drops to 26°C (79°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 3°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Penang averages 30°C (86°F) for the high and 25°C (77°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in February.

Phuket receives approximately 22 mm of rainfall across 4 rain days during February. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Penang sees 102 mm over 16 rain days. That makes Phuket the drier option by 12 rain days and 80 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.