Climate of Palawan, Philippines
Area-weighted average across Palawan. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Palawan, a subdivision of Philippines, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 25.7°C / 78.3°F in January to 27.6°C / 81.7°F in April, with rainfall from 21 mm / 0.8 in to 283 mm / 11.1 in depending on the season (1979 mm / 77.9 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.7°C78.3°F | 55 mm2.2″ | — |
| February | 25.9°C78.6°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| March | 26.6°C79.9°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| April | 27.6°C81.7°F | 46 mm1.8″ | — |
| May | 27.6°C81.7°F | 151 mm5.9″ | Tropical |
| June | 26.7°C80.1°F | 224 mm8.8″ | Tropical |
| July | 26.3°C79.3°F | 283 mm11.1″ | Tropical |
| August | 26.4°C79.5°F | 273 mm10.7″ | Tropical |
| September | 26.2°C79.2°F | 266 mm10.5″ | Tropical |
| October | 26.3°C79.3°F | 227 mm8.9″ | Tropical |
| November | 26.2°C79.2°F | 240 mm9.4″ | Tropical |
| December | 25.9°C78.6°F | 165 mm6.5″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Palawan?
The best months to visit Palawan, Philippines for sunny, dry weather are February, March. The warmest month is April at an area-wide average of 27.6°C / 81.7°F, and the driest is February with about 21 mm / 0.8 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Palawan?
Palawan, Philippines has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 25.7°C / 78.3°F in January to 27.6°C / 81.7°F in April. Annual rainfall averages about 1979 mm / 77.9 in, with the wettest month being July (283 mm / 11.1 in) and the driest February (21 mm / 0.8 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Palawan?
The hottest month in Palawan is April, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.6°C / 81.7°F.
What is the coldest month in Palawan?
The coldest month in Palawan is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.7°C / 78.3°F.
When does it rain most in Palawan?
The wettest month in Palawan is July, averaging about 283 mm / 11.1 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 21 mm / 0.8 in.