Climate & Weather in El Nido

Good to Know

• December–April is peak tourist season with dry weather and calm seas, best for island-hopping and water activities.
• February and March offer the driest conditions and clearest skies.
• April and May are the hottest months but still part of the dry season; May marks the transition to rainy season.
• June–October brings frequent, often intense daily showers; rain typically comes in short bursts rather than all-day downpours. Even in rainy season, many days remain sunny between showers.
• July is significantly wetter than June with the highest rainfall of the year (about 386 mm).
• Unlike the rest of the Philippines, El Nido does not experience typhoons, making it safer during monsoon months.
• Water temperature peaks in May (30°C (86°F) / 86°F) and is coolest in February (27.6°C (82°F) / 81.7°F)—warm for swimming year-round.
• Humidity remains high throughout the year; expect consistently tropical conditions regardless of season.