Climate and weather

Hi there, I’m planning a trip to Mauritius in February and I’d love some details about the weather there. I’ve gotten a lot of conflicting advice—on many websites, it says February in Mauritius is strongly discouraged, but when I check the temperature history, it seems like the best time (for those who love the heat and swimming without any issues). I’ve noted that it’s a month with frequent showers, but nothing compared to the monsoon season in Asia. Any thoughts? Thanks

Hi What’s your experience of Prague in winter like? Weather, vibe, etc. Thanks so much

hi everyone I’d like to know about the climate in Southeast Asia, and specifically in Bangkok from October to December. Is it as hot and, more importantly, as humid as it is in May/June? I really struggle with humid heat. Thanks for your replies

I'm planning a 10-day trip to Tenerife to go hiking in February. Is the weather decent without too much fog at this time of year? Is an excursion to Teide National Park doable? Thanks for your replies.

Hi, My partner and I are arriving in Costa Rica the day after tomorrow, and it seems the country is flooded in several places. We haven’t planned anything except a few days in San Jose... Are these flood stories real, and is it affecting your travels for those who are currently there? Thanks

Hi, where in Morocco is it hottest in January and February? What’s the maximum temperature? Thanks! FanFancom

Hi everyone, The topic has already been discussed, but it was about ten years ago (I haven’t seen any more recent replies). We’re planning to visit Vietnam for the first time from February 21 to March 7, 2025, most likely... We were thinking of exploring the central and northern regions. However, we’ve read a lot of conflicting things about the weather in the North, like Hanoi, at this time of year: “it’s quite nice, around 20-22°C” or “it’s cold, bring socks and a sweater.” But we were hoping to escape winter for a couple of months in a warm place... What do you think—those of you who live there or visit regularly? If it’s better to focus on the Central and Southern regions during these same dates, what shouldn’t we miss? Thanks in advance to the community! Best regards, Bernard

Hello, now that I'm retired, I'd like to go to Greece from January until the end of April. So I'd love to know which island and part of the island has the mildest climate (warmth and wind) for that period. I've done some research, and the islands that come up most often are Crete and Rhodes.

I'm looking forward to your suggestions.

Thanks!

Hi everyone! So nice to be back on our forum!

We’re thinking of taking a little trip to Sicily next month with our camper van. We’d leave from our place in Auvergne, then take a ferry from Genoa to Palermo, and on the way back, we’d follow the Tyrrhenian coast up to Naples. After that, we’d head straight back to Auvergne. We’ve never been to Sicily, Naples, or Pompeii before. Since we couldn’t plan this trip earlier in the year, we’re a bit worried about the weather—especially the temperature and rainfall in Sicily. I know the climate’s getting warmer, but still... Thanks for shedding some light on this for us! Junolu

Hi everyone,

I’d love to visit Cape Verde in February, but I’d be really disappointed if the good weather and warm water aren’t there. Some say it’s very windy at this time of year—is there a side of the island that’s more sheltered? From your experiences, what are the air and water temperatures like at the end of February?

Thanks in advance for your feedback.

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Hi everyone, We’re thinking of heading to Monument Valley from Phoenix, then on to Moab and Las Vegas. We’re familiar with these spots but only in summer. Has anyone done this route in late December? I’m guessing Phoenix is more pleasant in December than in August, but what about Monument Valley—and especially Moab—and the road conditions?

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Hi there,

I'm still on the fence about heading to the American West next summer... I know it'll be crowded, but what's really making me hesitate is the heat. Is it bearable for hiking?

Thanks for your feedback!

Hi there,

We’re planning a road trip in August 2025 to the cities and places mentioned in the title. What’s the weather like, and especially how hot does it get? From what I’ve read, it’s less intense than the "eastern" part we did this year in 2024 (Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Death Valley, etc.). Can you confirm that for me?

Thanks for your tips!

Hello,

It’s so great to be able to write on this site again—it was such a valuable resource during my travels in the past! We’re planning a 6-week trip (as a couple) to Nepal in July and August. It’s not the ideal time, I know, but you’ve probably guessed we don’t really have a choice. I’ve read briefly that it’s doable, that it limits some options (but hey, we always have to make choices anyway), but at least there’s the advantage of not being there during peak season. Do any of you have experience or advice to share about this? Any tips or opinions?

Thanks, and welcome back to everyone on Voyage Forum! Thérèse

We’re a retired couple living on the Île d'Oléron. We’d like to leave our island from November to March—winters are long and rainy here. We have a car. We’re looking for a spot in Europe. Everything’s easier when you stay in Europe: cheap flights make it simple to get back to France quickly if needed. What destinations would you recommend? Thanks for your help

Hi, I’m planning a trip to Mexico in spring 2019. Has anyone here done it before, and if so, which tour operator did you use? What’s the climate like during that time? Thanks for your tips! Looking forward to hearing from you! 😊