Holi Festival in February
Good time to visit
February gives you the sweet spot of great weather and manageable crowds. It's like the calm before the colorful storm of Holi season.
Weather
February maintains the pleasant winter weather with slightly warmer days. Mornings remain crisp while afternoons become quite comfortable. Rain is rare, making it perfect travel weather.
24°C high9°C low1 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$48/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Vasant Panchami
- •Maha Shivratri
- •Pre-Holi celebrations begin
February Tips
- •This is your last chance to visit before Holi madness hits
- •Hotels start raising prices in anticipation of March
- •Perfect month to explore temples and cultural sites peacefully
All Months
Holi falls on different dates each year based on the lunar calendar. In 2026, the main celebration happens on March 14th, with Holika Dahan bonfires on March 13th evening. But smart travelers arrive 3-4 days early to catch the buildup festivities. Vrindavan's temple celebrations start a full week before with different themes each day. The weather in March hits the sweet spot - warm enough for outdoor celebrations but not the scorching heat of April. Daytime temperatures hover around 25-28°C, perfect for getting doused in colored water. Mornings can be cool at 15°C, so pack layers. Book accommodations at least two months ahead, especially in popular spots like Pushkar and Vrindavan. Prices triple during Holi week. Flight costs to Delhi and Jaipur spike 40-50% in the weeks surrounding the festival.
Holi Festival Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
6/10
Families
8/10
Adventure
8/10
Budget
9/10
Luxury
3/10
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