- Temperature
- 30–32°C
- Snowfall
- Not applicable—tropical location, no snow.
Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: weather-and-climate.com, weatherspark.com
Good to know
Good to Know
- January to March is peak season for visitors due to consistently dry weather and abundant sunshine—expect higher prices and larger crowds during these months.
- October is the wettest month but also the least sunny; daily activities may be interrupted by rain, though the total precipitation is still moderate.
- Temperature remains nearly constant year-round (25°C (77°F)–32°C (90°F) / 77°F–90°F), so the primary climate consideration is rainfall and humidity rather than heat or cold.
- The dry season features more wind, which brings refreshing breezes and cooler evenings, especially valuable given year-round warmth and humidity.
- November is an underrated alternative: rainfall decreases significantly after October's peak, visitor crowds ease before Christmas rush, and the city hosts Independence Day celebrations on November 11.
Seasons
Dry Season
- Months
- December to April
- Best For
- Beach outings, outdoor exploration, sightseeing without weather interruptions.
- Characteristics
- Minimal rainfall, clear skies, more sunshine (9–11 hours daily), cooler breezes, lower humidity.
Wet Season
- Months
- May to November
- Characteristics
- Frequent rainfall, higher humidity (peaks in October at 83%), overcast conditions.
- Peak Rainfall Month
- October
- Note
- Despite frequent rainy days, total daily precipitation often remains moderate.
Shoulder Season
- Months
- May–June and November
- Characteristics
- Transition periods with increasing humidity in May–June and decreasing rainfall in November.
Humidity
Lowest
- Percentage
- 79
- Month
- February
Highest
- Percentage
- 83
- Month
- October
Overview
Tropical climate with minimal temperature variation year-round but distinct wet and dry seasons characterized primarily by rainfall and humidity changes rather than temperature shifts.
Rainfall
- Annual Total Mm
- 1562
Driest Month
- Month
- February
- Rainy Days
- 0
- Precipitation Mm
- 9
Wettest Month
- Month
- October
- Rainy Days
- 16
- Precipitation Mm
- 270
Snowfall
Not applicable—tropical location, no snow.
Temperature
- Year Round
- Consistently warm throughout the year, typically ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 32°C (77°F to 90°F).
- Nighttime Range
- 25°C (77°F) to 26°C (77°F to 79°F) throughout the year
Daytime Peak
- Month
- February
- Celsius
- 32
- Fahrenheit
- 90
Daytime Coolest
- Month
- January
- Celsius
- 30
- Fahrenheit
- 86
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
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