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Palm trees and white sand on Kem Beach, Phu Quoc

Phú Quốc · Vietnam

Phú Quốc in February

Phú Quốc in February: choose the beach that matches your daily plans.

February sits within the island’s dry season, which generally makes it easier to plan beach and boat days. The south and west have different settings and transfer times. Sun protection matters, and a clear forecast does not guarantee a calm sea crossing.

Daytime high
28°ERA5 grid average high
Nighttime
26°ERA5 grid average low
Wet days
10≥1 mm / day
Relative budget
Lower cost
February timing
Dry-season island stayCheck sea trips daily

Weather: Open-Meteo archive · ERA5 · ERA5 grid near 10.227, 103.957 · 2015–2024 daily averages. Not a forecast. See the annual view

February in context

The weather & the season

See where February sits, then plan for your exact week.

ERA5 climate grid

Monthly averages describe a broad pattern, not the day you will travel.

28°February high
Daytime highNighttime low°C
Phú Quốc: monthly average highs and lowsFebruary average high 28.1 degrees Celsius and low 25.8 degrees Celsius. Full monthly figures are available below the charts.20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Open-Meteo archive · ERA5 · ERA5 grid near 10.227, 103.957 · 2015–2024 daily averages.

Travel seasons

February in the year

Dry season

Seasonal travel guidance, not measured visitor counts.

JanDry season
FebDry season
MarDry season
AprDry season
MayEarly wet season
JunWet season
JulWet season
AugWet season
SepWet season
OctWet season
NovDry season begins
DecDry season

Vietnam Tourism · Phú Quốc weather

Season labels follow Vietnam Tourism's Phú Quốc guidance: a dry window from October to June and a stormier rainy period from July to September. This does not measure hotel occupancy or beach crowding.

Plan around heat and sun

Use shade at midday and check the operator’s conditions before booking a boat trip.

Phú Quốc Tourism · official destination portal

Compare north–south transfers

The island is spread out. Check drive times from your hotel to the beaches, ferry or cable-car departure points you plan to use.

Phú Quốc Tourism · official destination portal
Monthly figures & what they measure
Weather: ERA5 grid near 10.227, 103.957, 2015–2024 daily averages.
MonthHigh °CLow °CWet days
Jan28°26°10.1
Feb28°26°9.6
Mar29°27°13.8
Apr29°27°18.1
May30°27°26.8
Jun29°27°24.7
Jul28°27°27.6
Aug28°26°27.5
Sep28°26°26.2
Oct28°26°27.5
Nov29°27°18.4
Dec28°26°10.9

Daily maximum and minimum air temperatures are averaged by calendar month across 2015–2024. Wet days count daily precipitation totals of at least 1 mm, then average the monthly count across the ten years. Open-Meteo serves ERA5 on a roughly 0.25° grid; its returned grid point can differ slightly from the requested coordinates. These are model reanalysis averages, not a local station normal or forecast. Season labels follow Vietnam Tourism's Phú Quốc guidance: a dry window from October to June and a stormier rainy period from July to September. This does not measure hotel occupancy or beach crowding.

Towns, neighbourhoods & resort areas

Phú Quốc area guide

Choose an area first, then compare its hotels.

Bãi Sao is a south-east beach, Long Beach runs along the west coast south of Dương Đông, and An Thới is the gateway to the southern islands. The three areas mean different drives and beach access.

Phú Quốc at a glanceChoose a numbered place
3 places to stay in Phú QuốcBãi Sao is a south-east beach, Long Beach runs along the west coast south of Dương Đông, and An Thới is the gateway to the southern islands. The three areas mean different drives and beach access. Numbered labels connect to the area guide.Phú QuốcGulf of ThailandN1Bãi Sao2Long Beach (Bãi Trường)3An Thới

Representative area centres, not hotel entrances. Coastlines are generalized and do not show streets or routes.

Natural Earth · public-domain coastline
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Aerial view of Bãi Sao beach, with white sand, shallow turquoise water and wooded hills on Phú Quốc

A beach-first day or a southern coast stay.

A pale-sand beach on the south-east side of the island, reached by road from town.
Beach & water
A popular swimming beach; check local sea conditions and access on the day.
Day to day
A taxi or driver is the practical option from Dương Đông.
February trade-off
Bãi Sao gives a southern beach setting but sits away from many north and west-coast services.
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Long Beach on Phú Quốc

A resort base with sunsets and dining nearby.

A long string of beach hotels, restaurants and sunset-facing shore south of Dương Đông.
Beach & water
Beach frontage and swimming access depend on the hotel and local conditions.
Day to day
Hotels, taxis and transfers connect the strip with town and the airport.
February trade-off
Long Beach has the broadest mix of accommodation, dining and sunset-facing venues.
See hotels
Aerial view of An Thới fishing harbour with colourful wooden boats, Sunset Town and the Hon Thom cable car tower visible in the background, Phú Quốc Island, Vietnam.

A base for southern islands, cable-car trips and a resort beach.

The port is the gateway for the southern archipelago and the island cable-car terminal.
Beach & water
Bãi Khem and other southern beaches are reached by road; check which beach access the hotel includes.
Day to day
Long drives separate the southern resort strip from Dương Đông.
February trade-off
An Thới is a practical southern base for island-hopping departures, though central services are farther away.

Stay options for the season

Hotels for a February stay

Compare the pools, setting and seasonal details that matter.

Long Beach on Phú QuốcArea view · Long Beach (Bãi Trường)Beachfront & three pools
2 Long Beach (Bãi Trường) · West-coast beach

Cassia Cottage

On Long Beach, three pools and beach access fit February’s drier west-coast stretch, with Dương Đông close enough for town meals.

  • No heated pool claim found
  • Couples and families who want a quieter west-coast resort close to town.

The central Dương Đông coast has more evening activity than a remote resort.

February details & sources

The pools are not confirmed heated. February supports beach plans, but boat trips still depend on sea conditions; compare southern departure points before booking.

The checked official page does not confirm a heated pool or a December water temperature. Ask the property about the exact pool and your stay dates.

Cassia Cottage
Hotel budgetModerate
Check availability

Choose dates for prices · Booking.com

Aerial view of Bãi Sao beach, with white sand, shallow turquoise water and wooded hills on Phú QuốcArea view · Bãi SaoSimple Bãi Sao beach base
1 Bãi Sao · Island beach

My Lan Guest House

Bãi Sao is a better February fit for travellers prioritising the southern beach over a town base; the listed stay is a simple guesthouse.

  • No pool claim found
  • Beach-first travelers who want to stay by Bãi Sao rather than commute from Dương Đông.

This is about 25 km from the island center, so dining, markets and other coasts require a long drive.

February details & sources

No pool is listed, and Bãi Sao is far from many west- and north-coast services. Check transfer times before planning dinners or island excursions.

The checked listing does not mention a pool. Contact the property directly about any facility that matters for your stay.

Phú Quốc Tourism Board
Hotel budgetModerate
Check availability

Choose dates for prices · Booking.com

Jw-marriott-phu-quoc-bai-kem.jpgKhem Beach resort
3 An Thới · Southern port and islands

JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay Resort & Spa

Khem Beach gives this resort a south-island setting for February beach time, with resort facilities suited to a stay centred on the property.

  • No heated pool claim found
  • A resort-led stay focused on the southern beach and excursions.

The southern location is far from the night market and airport-side town.

February details & sources

It is a high-end resort base away from Dương Đông; check transfer plans for northern sights. Pool heating is not confirmed, and boat trips depend on sea state.

The checked official page does not confirm a heated pool or a December water temperature. Ask the property about the exact pool and your stay dates.

Marriott
Hotel budgetHigher cost
Check availability

Choose dates for prices · Booking.com

Cassia Cottage is a smaller west-coast resort; My Lan is a simple Bãi Sao guesthouse; JW Marriott is a full-service southern beach resort. These are broad positioning bands, not live prices. Compare exact room, meals, transfers and holiday supplements. Facilities checked 2026-10-30. Research from official hotel pages, not personal reviews.

Before you travel

A few checks before Phú Quốc

Entry permission, health advice and disruption cover depend on your passport, route and activities. Check the authorities for your own circumstances before paying.

Passport & visa

Rules depend on nationality

Vietnam's official e-visa portal explains the application process. Entry permissions and passport validity vary by nationality; confirm the current visa requirement before booking and use the official government channel.

Vaccinations & health

Check your itinerary and activities

Review routine and destination-specific vaccines, insect-bite prevention and any personal medical needs. Seek advice from a travel-health clinician, especially for longer island or rural trips.

Travel advice & insurance

Check the latest advice for your route

Check your government's current advice and insurance for medical care, scooter travel, boat trips and weather-related disruption. Confirm the policy covers the activities you plan.

Check passport validity, visa rules and transit requirements for your passport.

Entry rules vary by nationality and can change. Confirm whether your transit airports, onward ticket, accommodation and any health declarations affect your journey.

Vietnam · official entry information Vietnam · government travel advice

Checked 29 October 2026. Recheck the linked authorities before departure. Health guidance is general; individual advice comes from a qualified health professional.

Before you book

A few February questions

February is one of the easier months for outdoor plans, but trips still depend on the sea.

Is February dry on Phú Quốc?

It falls within the island’s typical dry season, which runs roughly from November through April. Rain and sea conditions can still vary.

Which beach is most convenient?

Long Beach has the broadest range of services. Bãi Sao and An Thới are farther south and work better when your plans are based there.

Can I count on a boat tour?

No excursion is guaranteed by the month alone. Check sea conditions and the operator’s cancellation terms.

Will a hotel pool be heated?

Heating is not assumed. Ask the property about pool temperature, operating hours and planned maintenance.

Sources & checks
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