Best Time to Visit Baguio, Benguet, Philippines
Baguio is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Baguio for sunny, dry weather is December–March — 4 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through July and November–April; the wetter half falls in May–June and August–October. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 18.4°C / 65.1°F in January to 21.8°C / 71.2°F in May, with rainfall from 7 mm / 0.3 in (January) to 650 mm / 25.6 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Baguio, Benguet, Philippines's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Baguio's climate is broadly mild oceanic. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18.4°C65.1°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 18.9°C66°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 20.2°C68.4°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| December | 18.9°C66°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Baguio?
The best time to visit Baguio for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is May averaging 21.8°C / 71.2°F, and the driest is January with about 7 mm / 0.3 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Baguio's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Baguio?
The rainy season at Baguio, Benguet runs through May–June and August–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 159 mm / 6.3 in. The wettest single month is August (650 mm / 25.6 in).
What is the driest month in Baguio?
The driest month in Baguio is January, averaging about 7 mm / 0.3 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 18.4°C / 65.1°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Baguio?
The least comfortable months for travel to Baguio — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, June, August, September, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 650 mm / 25.6 in in August, and the coldest month averages 18.4°C / 65.1°F.
Is Baguio climate different from Philippines overall?
Yes, usually. Our Baguio figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Philippines figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Baguio specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.