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Wat Arun at sunset across the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, with a royal barge in the foregroundCafés lining Hanoi's Train Street under lanterns and flags

Bangkok vs Hanoi in February

Bangkok edges it in February. Bangkok averages 25–34°C with high crowds; Hanoi 16–22°C with low–moderate crowds.

By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026

Bangkok and Hanoi

The verdict for February

  • WeatherBangkok has the better weather9/10 vs 8/10
  • CrowdsHanoi is quieterHigh vs Low–Moderate
  • PricesHanoi is cheaper$$$$ vs $$$
  • OverallBangkok comes out ahead9/10 vs 8/10
Wat Arun at sunset across the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, with a royal barge in the foreground

Bangkok in February

Dry season at its best

Temperature
25–34°C
Crowds
High
Prices
$$$$

+Still dry and comfortable, with excellent conditions for exploring.

–Crowds and prices remain elevated.

The last fully dry month before the heat builds.

Bangkok in February
Cafés lining Hanoi's Train Street under lanterns and flags

Hanoi in February

Dry, cool and quietly atmospheric

Temperature
16–22°C
Crowds
Low–Moderate
Prices
$$$

+One of the lowest-rainfall months, with comfortable sightseeing temperatures.

–Tet can close businesses and sharply affect transport, prices and availability.

Low rainfall and mild afternoons make February one of Hanoi's strongest quieter options.

Hanoi in February

Scores and crowd levels are my own judgement; temperatures are monthly averages. Higher scores are better: quieter, cheaper and more pleasant.

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