Climate of Basilan, Philippines
Area-weighted average across Basilan. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Basilan, a subdivision of Philippines, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 25.8°C / 78.4°F in February to 26.9°C / 80.4°F in May, with rainfall from 74 mm / 2.9 in to 249 mm / 9.8 in depending on the season (2006 mm / 79 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.9°C78.6°F | 88 mm3.5″ | Tropical |
| February | 25.8°C78.4°F | 80 mm3.1″ | Tropical |
| March | 26.3°C79.3°F | 74 mm2.9″ | — |
| April | 26.7°C80.1°F | 103 mm4.1″ | Tropical |
| May | 26.9°C80.4°F | 205 mm8.1″ | Tropical |
| June | 26.5°C79.7°F | 241 mm9.5″ | Tropical |
| July | 26.4°C79.5°F | 230 mm9.1″ | Tropical |
| August | 26.5°C79.7°F | 240 mm9.4″ | Tropical |
| September | 26.3°C79.3°F | 217 mm8.5″ | Tropical |
| October | 26.2°C79.2°F | 249 mm9.8″ | Tropical |
| November | 26.2°C79.2°F | 167 mm6.6″ | Tropical |
| December | 26.1°C79°F | 112 mm4.4″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Basilan?
Basilan, Philippines does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is May at 26.9°C / 80.4°F, and the driest is March at 74 mm / 2.9 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Basilan?
Basilan, Philippines has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 25.8°C / 78.4°F in February to 26.9°C / 80.4°F in May. Annual rainfall averages about 2006 mm / 79 in, with the wettest month being October (249 mm / 9.8 in) and the driest March (74 mm / 2.9 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Basilan?
The hottest month in Basilan is May, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.9°C / 80.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Basilan?
The coldest month in Basilan is February, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.8°C / 78.4°F.
When does it rain most in Basilan?
The wettest month in Basilan is October, averaging about 249 mm / 9.8 in of rainfall. The driest is March with about 74 mm / 2.9 in.