Best Time to Visit Singapore

Singapore · Equatorial climate · Data averaged from 2020-01-01 to 2024-12-31 (5 years)

Best time to visit Singapore — city climate guide photo
City photo: Zexsen Xie — via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0)

Recommended Months

Based on temperature comfort, low precipitation, and sunshine hours, the best time to visit Singapore is:

February → January → March

February scores 56/100 — the highest-rated month for travel.

Monthly Ratings (0-100)

Scores are weighted: temperature comfort (50%), low precipitation (30%), sunshine (20%). Higher is better.

MonthOverall ScoreTemp ComfortPrecipitationSunshineBar
January 43 86 0 0
February 42 84 0 0
March 40 81 0 0
April 40 80 0 0
May 39 78 0 0
June 40 80 0 0
July 40 80 0 0
August 41 82 0 0
September 41 82 0 0
October 41 82 0 0
November 42 84 0 0
December 42 85 0 0

Monthly Temperature Comfort

MonthMean TempComfort Level
January 25.7°C (78.3°F) Hot (25-29°C)
February 26.3°C (79.3°F) Hot (25-29°C)
March 26.8°C (80.2°F) Hot (25-29°C)
April 27.1°C (80.8°F) Hot (25-29°C)
May 27.5°C (81.5°F) Hot (25-29°C)
June 26.9°C (80.4°F) Hot (25-29°C)
July 27.0°C (80.6°F) Hot (25-29°C)
August 26.7°C (80.1°F) Hot (25-29°C)
September 26.7°C (80.1°F) Hot (25-29°C)
October 26.7°C (80.1°F) Hot (25-29°C)
November 26.1°C (79.0°F) Hot (25-29°C)
December 26.0°C (78.8°F) Hot (25-29°C)

Monthly Precipitation Rating

MonthRainfall (mm)Rainy DaysRating
January 294.8 mm 29.2 Very Wet
February 137.3 mm 25.8 Very Wet
March 232.9 mm 28.2 Very Wet
April 287.9 mm 30.0 Very Wet
May 329.4 mm 29.6 Very Wet
June 389.0 mm 29.8 Very Wet
July 255.7 mm 30.2 Very Wet
August 299.5 mm 29.8 Very Wet
September 275.9 mm 28.8 Very Wet
October 310.9 mm 29.4 Very Wet
November 402.4 mm 29.8 Very Wet
December 318.0 mm 30.8 Very Wet

Monthly Sunshine Rating

MonthSunshine (hrs/day)Rating
January 8.6 hrs Excellent
February 10.0 hrs Excellent
March 10.5 hrs Excellent
April 9.9 hrs Excellent
May 9.4 hrs Excellent
June 9.0 hrs Excellent
July 9.4 hrs Excellent
August 9.5 hrs Excellent
September 8.9 hrs Excellent
October 8.8 hrs Excellent
November 8.1 hrs Excellent
December 8.8 hrs Excellent

Season-by-Season Breakdown

Spring (Mar-May)

Temperature: 27.1°C (80.8°F)

Rainfall: 283.4mm avg

Sunshine: 9.9 hrs/day

Humidity: 86.0%

Rainy Days: 29.3/mo

This is the warm season. Ideal for outdoor activities but be prepared for heat.

Summer (Jun-Aug)

Temperature: 26.9°C (80.4°F)

Rainfall: 314.7mm avg

Sunshine: 9.3 hrs/day

Humidity: 86.3%

Rainy Days: 29.9/mo

This is the warm season. Ideal for outdoor activities but be prepared for heat.

Autumn (Sep-Nov)

Temperature: 26.5°C (79.7°F)

Rainfall: 329.7mm avg

Sunshine: 8.6 hrs/day

Humidity: 87.4%

Rainy Days: 29.3/mo

This is the warm season. Ideal for outdoor activities but be prepared for heat.

Winter (Dec-Feb)

Temperature: 26.0°C (78.8°F)

Rainfall: 250.0mm avg

Sunshine: 9.1 hrs/day

Humidity: 85.8%

Rainy Days: 28.6/mo

This is the warm season. Ideal for outdoor activities but be prepared for heat.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time to visit Singapore?

Based on our data-driven analysis, the best months to visit Singapore are February, January, March, when temperatures are comfortable, rainfall is lower, and sunshine is plentiful. February scores 56/100, the highest-rated month.

What is the hottest month in Singapore?

May is the hottest month with an average temperature of 27.5°C (81.5°F).

What is the coldest month in Singapore?

January is the coldest month with an average temperature of 25.7°C (78.3°F).

When is the rainy season in Singapore?

November is the wettest month with an average of 402.4mm of precipitation. Singapore experiences about 351.0 rainy days per year. The driest month is February with 137.3mm.

What should I pack for a trip to Singapore?

Packing recommendations depend on the season of your visit. Based on the climate data, pack lightweight, breathable clothing if visiting during the warm months (May is hottest at 27.5°C). For cooler months, bring layers and a warm jacket (January averages 25.7°C). A waterproof jacket or umbrella is recommended year-round as Singapore receives 3534.0mm of annual precipitation. Sun protection is important, especially during months with high UV index.

Writer's Note — David Chen

If you're planning outdoor activities in Singapore, accept that you'll sweat — the question is how much. I did a 10km run at 7am in March: 27°C, 85% humidity, UV already at 7. Brutal but doable. MacRitchie Reservoir trail is best 6-8am; after that, heat becomes dangerous. The UV index hits 11+ year-round between 11am-3pm — avoid all direct sun. East Coast Park cycling is breezy enough to be pleasant even at noon. Rain comes hard and fast in afternoon thunderstorms, usually gone in 90 minutes. Hydrate aggressively, always.

Data Source: Open-Meteo historical archive (2020-01-01 to 2024-12-31). Daily measurements aggregated into monthly climate normals. Coordinates: 1.35°, 103.82°. Timezone: Asia/Singapore. Last updated: 2026-07-30.