When is the best time to go to Manila

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The chart above shows the best time of year to visit Manila, Philippines. These are based on an analysis of weather averages such as temperature, rainfall and number of hours of sunshine. These ratings are based solely on the climate and do not take into account other factors such as accommodation prices and how busy it is likely to be.

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Manila weather by month

Please note our recommendations for when to visit Manila are based solely on the weather and do not take into accounts accommodation prices, how busy it will be and what events are on.

January

Manila January weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
27°C 30mm 7hrs 12.1hrs

The climate in Manila during January can be summarized as hot, humid and dry.

It is perhaps the perfect month to visit Manila, with some inordinately good weather at this time of year.

January is in the winter in Manila and is typically the coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a steamy 30°C (86°F), whilst at night 21°C (70°F) is normal.

On average January is the driest month of the year in Manila with around 30mm 1.2 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 5 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day.

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February

Manila February weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
28°C 13mm 7.7hrs 12.4hrs

February in Manila is generally dry with the temperature being hot.

It is perhaps a good month to visit Manila, with some very good weather at this time of year.

February is in the winter in Manila and is typically the 2nd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a steamy 31°C (88°F), whilst at night 21°C (70°F) is normal.

On average February is the 2nd driest month of the year in Manila with around 13mm 0.5 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 3 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7.7 hours of sunshine per day.

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March

Manila March weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
29°C 19mm 8.5hrs 12.7hrs

The weather in March in Manila is characteristically hot and dry.

It is perhaps a good month to visit Manila, with some inordinately good weather at this time of year.

March is in the spring in Manila and is typically the 3rd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a warm 33°C (91°F), whilst at night 22°C (72°F) is normal.

On average March is the 3rd driest month of the year in Manila with around 19mm 0.8 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 3 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 8.5 hours of sunshine per day.

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April

Manila April weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
31°C 30mm 9.3hrs 13.2hrs

Manila's weather in April is typically very hot and reasonably dry in nature.

Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of fairly acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Manila.

April is in the spring in Manila and is typically the 4th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a warm 34°C (94°F), whilst at night 24°C (75°F) is normal.

On average April is the 4th driest month of the year in Manila with around 30mm 1.2 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 4 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 9.3 hours of sunshine per day.

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May

Manila May weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
31°C 146mm 7.8hrs 13.5hrs

May is a wet, humid month in Manila and the temperature is generally very hot.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Manila for your holidays. The weather is often not a good and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

May is in the spring in Manila and is typically the 5th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a steamy 34°C (93°F), whilst at night 24°C (76°F) is normal.

On average May is the 5th driest month of the year in Manila with around 146mm 5.7 inches of rain making it a wet time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 10 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7.8 hours of sunshine per day.

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June

Manila June weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
29°C 316mm 6.7hrs 12.1hrs

Very hot, humid and very wet weather often prevails in Manila during the month of June

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Manila for your holidays. The weather is often pretty bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

June is in the summer in Manila and is typically the 6th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a steamy 32°C (90°F), whilst at night 24°C (76°F) is normal.

On average June is the 6th driest month of the year in Manila with around 316mm 12.4 inches of rain making it a very wet time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 17 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.7 hours of sunshine per day.

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July

Manila July weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
28°C 400mm 6.6hrs 12.4hrs

July in Manila is generally very wet with the temperature being hot.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Manila for your holidays. The weather is often pretty bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

July is in the summer in Manila and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a steamy 31°C (89°F), whilst at night 24°C (75°F) is normal.

On average July is the 6th wettest month of the year in Manila with around 400mm 15.7 inches of rain making it a very wet time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 21 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.6 hours of sunshine per day.

Manila weather in July »

August

Manila August weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
28°C 472mm 5.5hrs 12.7hrs

The weather in August in Manila is characteristically hot, humid and very wet.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Manila for your holidays. The weather is often relatively bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

August is in the summer in Manila and is typically the 5th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a steamy 31°C (87°F), whilst at night 24°C (75°F) is normal.

On average August is the 5th wettest month of the year in Manila with around 472mm 18.6 inches of rain making it a very wet time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 22 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day.

Manila weather in August »

September

Manila September weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
28°C 355mm 5.8hrs 13.2hrs

Manila's weather in September is typically hot, humid and very wet in nature.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Manila for your holidays. The weather is often relatively bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

September is in the fall / autumn in Manila and is typically the 4th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a steamy 31°C (88°F), whilst at night 24°C (75°F) is normal.

On average September is the 4th wettest month of the year in Manila with around 355mm 14 inches of rain making it a very wet time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 19 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 5.8 hours of sunshine per day.

Manila weather in September »

October

Manila October weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
28°C 254mm 6.3hrs 13.5hrs

October is a very wet, humid month in Manila and the temperature is generally hot.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Manila for your holidays. The weather is often not a good and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

October is in the fall / autumn in Manila and is typically the 3rd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a steamy 31°C (88°F), whilst at night 23°C (74°F) is normal.

On average October is the 3rd wettest month of the year in Manila with around 254mm 10 inches of rain making it a very wet time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 17 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.3 hours of sunshine per day.

Manila weather in October »

November

Manila November weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
28°C 159mm 6.6hrs 12.1hrs

The climate in Manila during November can be summarized as hot, humid and wet.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Manila for your holidays. The weather is often relatively bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

November is in the fall / autumn in Manila and is typically the 2nd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a steamy 31°C (87°F), whilst at night 23°C (73°F) is normal.

On average November is the 2nd wettest month of the year in Manila with around 159mm 6.3 inches of rain making it a wet time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 12 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.6 hours of sunshine per day.

Manila weather in November »

December

Manila December weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
27°C 74mm 6.5hrs 12.4hrs

December in Manila is generally reasonably dry with the temperature being hot.

It is perhaps a good month to visit Manila, with some inordinately good weather at this time of year.

December is in the winter in Manila and is typically the warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a steamy 30°C (86°F), whilst at night 22°C (71°F) is normal.

On average December is the wettest month of the year in Manila with around 74mm 2.9 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 7 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day.

Manila weather in December »

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Manila weather stats

Manila weather statistics
Hottest month: May 33.9°C 93°F
Driest month: February 13mm 0.5ins
Sunniest month: April 9.3hrs
Coldest month: January 29.8°C 85.6°F
Wettest month: August 472mm 18.6ins
Warmest sea: June 30°C 86°F
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