Where’s hot in February? 7 warm winter sun holiday destinations
IF you're dreaming of being somewhere sunnier, there are destinations where the sun doesn't stop shining, and temperatures hit 30C even during winter.
So, we've done the hard work for you and rounded up some of the best places to visit in February and the cheapest deals to get you there.
There's a variety of long and short-haul destinations, so there should be an option to suit everyone's needs.
1. Caribbean - 30C
The Caribbean is hot all year round, but February is actually one of the best times of the year to go.
According to the Met Office, the average rainfall is the lowest in February compared to every other month of the year.
Temperatures in the Caribbean can reach up to 30C in February and drop to a comfortable 20C at night.
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It's also the best time of the year to avoid humidity, so if you struggle with muggy heat, then February is the best time to go.
You can relax on white sand beaches, sipping a piña colada and soaking up the sun.
- TUI all-inclusive holidays to the Caribbean in February from £1,092pp
- British Airways holidays to the Caribbean in February from £815pp
2. Orlando, Florida - 24C
Florida benefits from a powerful Atlantic Ocean current which causes warmer water to be brought in from the tropics, which means it's warm all year round.
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Temperatures reach as high as 24C in February, so a suntan is definitely on the cards.
It might be worth packing a brolly, though, as chances of rain do increase in February, with the average total rainfall of 77mm across the month.
That being said, Orlando is home to some of the world's best theme parks, and February might be one of the best times to visit as you won't be queueing under the scorching summer sun.
- British Airways holidays to Orlando in February from £605pp
- Virgin Holidays to Orlando in February from £782pp
- TUI holidays to Orlando in February from £794pp
3. Canary Islands, Spain - 22C
Winters in the Canary Islands are mild, with temperatures still reaching temperatures of a warm 22C.
The sheltered islands see little to no rainfall in the whole month, making it a safe bet if you want to leave the rain behind you in the UK.
Warm, cloudless days are just a four-hour flight away - making the Canary Islands the closest winter sun destination on the list.
- TUI holidays to the Canary Islands in February from £381pp
- Jet2holidays breaks to the Canary Islands in February from £509pp
4. Cape Town, South Africa - 27C
The average temperature in Cape Town in February is a balmy 27.3C - the hottest month of the year.
February sits in Cape Town's summer season and has 10 hours of sunshine each day.
It is one of the driest months of the year and only has 10mm of rainfall - a big contrast to the UK.
There are many events happening in February, with the Cape Town 'Art Fair' and the 'Pride Festival' both taking place.
To make it even better, February marks the end of the peak holiday season, so you'll get to explore popular destinations with fewer crowds, and accommodation and flights are significantly cheaper.
- British Airways holidays to Cape Town in February from £1,550pp
5. Egypt - 21C
At the closer end of the spectrum is Cairo, which is less than a five-hour flight from London.
Once you're there, you can enjoy eight hours of sunshine each day.
The capital city of Egypt and located on the Nile, Cairo has a desert climate making daytime temperatures warm at 21C in February.
Rainfall in Cairo in February is very low, just 3mm across the whole of the month, so it's definitely not worth packing your brolly.
Meanwhile, for those wanting to relax by the beach, Sharm El-Sheik and Hurghada offer endless miles of sandy beaches.
Egypt has so much to offer in winter, and it’s usually recognised as a destination for ‘affordable luxury’.
A little-known fact about the destination is that the sea is warmer than the pools in winter.
6. Cancun, Mexico - 32C
Cancun is the hottest of all the holiday destinations on the list, with average temperatures reaching a whopping 32C.
The beautiful beaches and luxury resorts of Cancun in Mexico can be enjoyed in scorching sunshine.
February sees a low average rainfall of 28mm - perfect for those holidaymakers who love dry heat.
However, there are only five hours of daily sunshine, so you'll have to make the most of them.
- TUI all-inclusive holidays to Mexico in February from £880pp
- British Airways all-inclusive holidays to Cancun in February from £1,211pp
7. Malaga, Spain
Malaga is an underrated destination when it comes to winter sun holidays.
But the coastal Spanish city boasts highs of 20C in February and even cheap holidays under £250pp, including your flights.
Although there is a slight chance of cloudy days and rain, the warmer days see hours of sunshine and can be spent by the beach.
Malaga offers more than 100 miles of sand, hundreds of restaurants and some of the cheapest deals in Spain.
In fact, the city was named '12th cheapest' for drinks and eating out.
What makes it even better is how easy it is for Brits to reach Malaga, as it only takes about an average of 2 hours - making it the perfect destination for a weekend away or a longer stay.
- Loveholidays breaks to Malaga in February from £149pp
- EasyJet holidays breaks to Malaga in February from £189pp
Elsewhere, there are Portuguese islands 'just like Hawaii' but with no jet lag and hefty prices.
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