When to go · Philippines

Best Time to Visit Philippines

Aim for March, February and December across most of Philippines. Climate varies by region, so check your city below for the exact best months.

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March, February, December

Comfortable and drier

Shoulder

April, November, January

Fewer crowds, a trade-off

Think twice

July, September

Wettest is July (415mm)

It depends where you go

climate varies by region

The best month isn't the same across Philippines. Here's when each city we track is at its best.

Philippines month by month

Normals for Manila, Philippines's main hub. Each month links to its full weather page.

MonthHighLowRainVerdict
January29°23°ok
February30°23°go now
March32°24°go now
April32°25°ok
May34°26°ok
June31°26°ok
July31°26°think twice
August30°25°ok
September30°25°think twice
October30°25°ok
November31°25°ok
December30°24°go now

5-year Open-Meteo ERA5 normals. Updated monthly.

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