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Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit Philippines for your holiday.
Climate Overview
22 °C to 33 °C
27 °C to 30 °C
0.28 – 18.74 in (2 – 22 Days of Rain)Average Annual Temperature is between 26.8 °C (Tacloban) and 28.1 °C (General Santos)
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Geographical location
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The Philippines is a state with a total of 7107 islands in the Pacific Ocean. About 100 million inhabitants live on an area of 214000 square miles.
In the west of the Philippines lies the South China Sea, which also borders on Vietnam. In the southwest, towards Malaysia, is the Sulusee, in the south the Philippines border Indonesia via the Celebesee and in the east is the Philippine Sea.
Of the many islands of the Philippines, about 880 are inhabited. There are about 20 active volcanoes on the islands as well as a variety of golf courses and inland seas. With its depth of up to 10,500 metres, the Philippine Trench is one of the deepest in the world.
The most popular destinations are Boracay, Palawan, Cebu and Bohol. The capital of the Philippines is Manila on the main island of Luzon, whose metropolitan region is home to over 12 million people.
Climate in the Philippines
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On the islands of the Philippines in the western Pacific (e.g. Leyte) there is a tropical climate and temperatures are high all year round between 20 °C to 40 °C. The southern Philippines is one of the most humid regions and experiences quite a lot of rain at constantly high temperatures.
In the north and in the centre of the Philippines (Manila/Luzon among others) there are also very heavy rains between June and October, from the end of November to March the air is somewhat cooler and it usually remains dry. Cebu is a little more protected and climatically balanced. There is no clear peak rainy season here.
Boracay also has quite even rainfall throughout the year, the driest period being between December and May. The situation is similar in Palawan, where rainfall is lowest from the end of November to April. In the period between July and December, the Philippines is regularly affected by typhoons, especially on Leyte and Luzon.
In general it can be said that the Northwest Monsoon brings a rather cooler dry season from December to March and the hotter dry season from April to June. This is mostly sunny, but due to lack of wind it is often extremely hot. The rainy season is initiated by the southwest monsoon and runs from about July to November.
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Best Time to Visit Philippines: Overview
JanuaryJan Best time to traveltime fresher dry seasonfresher dry season | FebruaryFeb Best time to traveltime fresher dry seasonfresher dry season | MarchMar Best time to traveltime fresher dry seasonfresher dry season | AprilApr Good time to traveltime Hot Dry SeasonHot Dry Season | MayMay Good time to traveltime Hot Dry SeasonHot Dry Season | JuneJun Good time to traveltime End of hot dry seasonEnd of hot dry season |
JulyJul Southwest MonsoonSouthwest Monsoon oft heavy rainoft stark. of rain | AugustAug Southwest MonsoonSouthwest Monsoon Rain and risk of typhoonrain and risk of typhoon | SeptemberSep Southwest MonsoonSouthwest Monsoon Rain and risk of typhoonrain and risk of typhoon | OctoberOct Southwest MonsoonSouthwest Monsoon Rain and risk of typhoonrain and risk of typhoon | NovemberNov Suitable time to traveltime Little worse in the northLittle worse in the north | DecemberDec Good time to traveltime mostly Pleasantmostly Pleasant climate in Philippines |
When to travel to the Philippines?
It is best to travel to the Philippines in the dry season between December and June to avoid the sometimes heavy rainfall and the risk of a typhoon in the best possible way. Despite local differences, weather records consistently show that it is hottest in the Philippines from March to June.
Nevertheless, this hot phase of the dry season is also recommended as a good travel time. With a free choice, however, we recommend the somewhat cooler months of January and February as absolutely perfect travel time for the Philippines. From December to May, especially in March and April, you can see whale sharks in a bay on the island of Luzon.
Due to heavy rainfall, the risk of hurricanes and high humidity, the months of June to October are less suitable. Although unforgettable dream vacations can also be experienced in this travel season, we cannot recommend the long journey to “first offenders” with a clear conscience in view of the weather risks.
Best Time to Visit the Regions
Find the best time to visit the regions (Philippines) in the following overview.| Location | Best Time to Travel |
|---|---|
| Manila | January, February, March, November, and December |
| General Santos | January, June, July, August, September, and October |
| Iloilo | January, February, March, and December |
| Tacloban | March, April, June, July, and September |
| Puerto Princesa | January, February, March, and December |
| Boracay | January, February, March, and April |
Climate Charts Philippines
In the following, you will find climate charts for the regions.
Furthermore, there are some charts you can use for quick comparison of climate between the regions.
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Source of Data: German Weather Service (Offenbach) and Wikipedia
Climate Tables Philippines
In the following, you will find some climate tables for Philippines, containing information about Temperatures, Precipitation, Water Temperatures, and Hours of Sunshine.Show climate table for
Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Manila (Philippines)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 30° | 30° | 32° | 33° | 33° | 32° | 31° | 30° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 30° |
| Night Temperature | 22° | 22° | 24° | 25° | 26° | 25° | 25° | 24° | 25° | 24° | 24° | 23° |
| Water Temperature | 27° | 27° | 27° | 28° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 28° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 0.53 | 0.29 | 0.84 | 0.74 | 5.46 | 11.17 | 14.33 | 18.75 | 13.15 | 7.89 | 4.39 | 2.2 |
| Rainy days | 4 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 10 | 16 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 18 | 14 | 9 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 6 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Manila is 27.6 °C.For comparison: London 11 °C, NYC 12 °C, LA 17.9 °C
Warmest month: May (29.6 °C)
Coldest month: January (25.9 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Manila is 30 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation):
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Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 79.75 inch on 143 rainy daysFor comparison: London 24.06 in, NYC 41.57 in, LA 12.01 in
Rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation): June, July, August, September, and October
Overall precipitation in the rainy season: 65.31 in
You cannot expect snow in any month in Manila.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, April is the sunniest month with an average of 8.6 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 5.8 hours of sunshine per day on average. For comparison: London has 4.1, NYC has 7 and LA has 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.Temperatures, Precipitation in General Santos (Philippines)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 32° | 32° | 32° | 33° | 32° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 32° |
| Night Temperature | 24° | 24° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 24° | 24° | 24° | 24° | 24° | 24° |
| Water Temperature | 29° | 28° | 28° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 30° | 30° | 29° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 3.5 | 2.91 | 1.61 | 1.89 | 4.09 | 4.8 | 4.29 | 3.31 | 3.19 | 4.21 | 3.82 | 3.58 |
| Rainy days | 6 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 8 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in General Santos is 28.1 °C.Warmest month: April (29.1 °C)
Coldest month: August (27.6 °C)
The maximum water temperature in General Santos is 30 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation):
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Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 41.22 inch on 92 rainy daysThere is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
You cannot expect snow in any month in General Santos.
Temperatures, Precipitation in Iloilo (Philippines)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 30° | 30° | 32° | 33° | 33° | 32° | 31° | 30° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 30° |
| Night Temperature | 23° | 23° | 24° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 24° | 25° | 24° | 24° | 24° | 23° |
| Water Temperature | 27° | 27° | 27° | 28° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 28° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 1.57 | 0.75 | 1.06 | 1.89 | 4.65 | 10.04 | 12.32 | 14.33 | 10.51 | 10.39 | 6.89 | 2.52 |
| Rainy days | 5 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 11 | 9 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Iloilo is 27.6 °C.Warmest month: May (29.1 °C)
Coldest month: January (26.2 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Iloilo is 30 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation):
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Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 76.93 inch on 117 rainy daysRainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation): June, July, August, September, October, and November
Overall precipitation in the rainy season: 64.49 in
You cannot expect snow in any month in Iloilo.
Temperatures, Precipitation in Tacloban (Philippines)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 27° | 28° | 29° | 30° | 31° | 30° | 30° | 31° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 28° |
| Night Temperature | 23° | 23° | 23° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 24° | 23° |
| Water Temperature | 27° | 27° | 28° | 28° | 29° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 29° | 30° | 29° | 28° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 11.02 | 8.27 | 5.91 | 4.72 | 5.91 | 6.3 | 6.3 | 4.72 | 5.51 | 7.87 | 11.02 | 12.99 |
| Rainy days | 20 | 17 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 16 | 19 | 20 | 21 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Tacloban is 26.8 °C.Warmest month: May (28 °C)
Coldest month: January (25 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Tacloban is 30 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation):
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Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 90.55 inch on 202 rainy daysRainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation): January, February, October, November, and December
Overall precipitation in the rainy season: 51.18 in
You cannot expect snow in any month in Tacloban.
Temperatures, Precipitation in Puerto Princesa (Philippines)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 31° | 31° | 32° | 33° | 33° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° |
| Night Temperature | 23° | 23° | 23° | 24° | 25° | 24° | 23° | 23° | 23° | 23° | 23° | 23° |
| Water Temperature | 28° | 27° | 28° | 29° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 1.21 | 0.66 | 1.46 | 1.67 | 5.61 | 7.25 | 6.99 | 7.23 | 7.73 | 8.27 | 8.08 | 5.41 |
| Rainy days | 4 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 12 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 9 |
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The annual average temperature in Puerto Princesa is 27.4 °C.Warmest month: April (28.6 °C)
Coldest month: January (26.7 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Puerto Princesa is 30 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation):
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Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 61.57 inch on 130 rainy daysRainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation): June, July, August, September, October, and November
Overall precipitation in the rainy season: 45.55 in
You cannot expect snow in any month in Puerto Princesa.
Highlights and Attractions
Recommended sights and activities include Kayangan Lake in Coron on Busuanga Island, a tour of the Mayon Volcano on Luzon Island, cliff diving at Ariel’s Point and a visit to the Batad Rice Terraces in Bananue on Luzon.
Popular beaches are White Beach and Yapak Beach on Boracay. In El Nido in North Palawan you will find the beautiful Nacpan Beach, the Big Lagoon and the lonely Hidden Beach as real highlights.
Popular Activities
Puerto Princesa Underground River Tour & Optional Massage
Tours
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Get to see the amazing Puerto Princesa Underground River and experience the beauty of nature in Palawan. This 8-hour guided trip will take you to the longest navigable underground river in the world. Lunch is included in this activity.
From Manila: Full Day Trip to Tagaytay Ridge
Bus & Minivan Tours
from 98 $ »
Explore Tagaytay on this full-day trip from Manila with an expert guide. Marvel at breathtaking views of Taal Volcano and Taal Lake, and visit San Jose Church, home to the world-famous Bamboo Organ of Las Pinas. Taste local cuisine with an included lunch.
From Puerto Princesa: Day Trip to El Nido and Island Hopping
Sightseeing Tours
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Have fun in El Nido on a shared or private day tour from Puerto Princesa, perfect if time’s running short. Hop on a van up north, then experience the beautiful islands on Bacuit Bay by boat. Snorkel, swim, kayak, and more, and enjoy a BBQ lunch onboard.
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Manila: Full-Day City and Museum Tour | Full-Day Manila City, Tagaytay Taal Volcano and Lake Tour | Puerto Princesa: Private Honda Bay Island Hopping Tour | Puerto Princesa: Underground River and Firefly Watching Tour | Puerto Princesa: Private Full-Day Tour To Underground River | Puerto Princesa: Underground River, Zipline, Paddleboat Tour | Puerto Princesa: Private Sunrise Trek at Mt. Magarwak |Current Weather and Forecast
Current Weather in Manila (Station Santa Cruz)
overcast clouds, 25.1 °CClouds: 90 % Wind: 9 mph N
Air Pressure: 1010 hPa Humidity: 89 %
Air Pressure: 1010 hPa Humidity: 89 %
Last updated: 20th Jan 2021, 05:28 am
The next days …
| 20th Jan 2021 | 21st Jan 2021 | 22nd Jan 2021 | 23rd Jan 2021 | 24th Jan 2021 | 25th Jan 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 25 °C to 28 °C | 25 °C to 31 °C | 26 °C to 31 °C | 26 °C to 30 °C | 26 °C to 29 °C | 25 °C to 27 °C |
| 25 °C to 28 °C | 25 °C to 31 °C | 26 °C to 31 °C | 26 °C to 30 °C | 26 °C to 29 °C | 25 °C to 27 °C |
| Clouds: 100 % | Clouds: 56 % | Clouds: 56 % | Clouds: 87 % | Clouds: 97 % | Clouds: 97 % |
| 0.17 in of rain | 0.37 in of rain | 0.54 in of rain | 0.44 in of rain | 0.83 in of rain | 0.28 in of rain |
Weather information provided by OpenWeatherMap. (CC BY-SA)
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Hottest Month
May: 33 °C
Day Temperature in Manila
May: 33 °CDay Temperature in Manila
Coldest Month
January: 22 °C
Night Temperature in Manila
January: 22 °CNight Temperature in Manila
Rainiest Month
August: 18.75 in
Rain in Manila
August: 18.75 inRain in Manila
Driest Month
February: 0.29 in
Rain in Manila
February: 0.29 inRain in Manila
Maximum Water Temperature
June: 30 °C
Water Temperature in Boracay
June: 30 °CWater Temperature in Boracay
Sunniest Month
April: 9 hours/day
Sunshine in Boracay
April: 9 hours/daySunshine in Boracay
Activities and Attractions
Puerto Princesa: Jungle Firefly Watching Boat Tour & Dinner
Tours
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Puerto Princesa: Astoria Water Park Private Tour & Transfer
Bus & Minivan Tours
from 367 $ »
Manila: Private Filipino Cooking Class with a Local
Meet the Locals
from 34 $ »
Distances to Philippines
| London | New York | Los Angeles | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manila | 6680 mi | 8500 mi | 7300 mi |
| General Santos | 7330 mi | 8990 mi | 7460 mi |
| Iloilo | 6960 mi | 8740 mi | 7400 mi |
| Tacloban | 7020 mi | 8660 mi | 7250 mi |
| Puerto Princesa | 6870 mi | 8850 mi | 7620 mi |
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Philippines: Experiences of our Visitors
Ideal weather for Europe. During the day quite pleasantly warm and bathing weather. It rained at night.
I was on the island of Cebu.
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
Lots of rain / Alternating – 1 day beautiful to follow 2 days rain and cloudy
Weather Rating: 2 stars – Tricky
Perfect for foreigners, very warm. Too hot for the locals!
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good