Manila Climate & Weather Averages
Philippines · Tropical Savanna climate · Data averaged from 2020-01-01 to 2024-12-31 (5 years)
Best Time to Visit Manila
Based on temperature comfort, low rainfall, and sunshine hours, the best months to visit Manila are:
January, February, March
Scores based on ideal temperature (18-28°C), low precipitation, and high sunshine. January scores 57/100.
Manila has a Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers and warm winters. The warmest month is May with an average temperature of 29.6°C (85.3°F), while January is the coldest at 25.9°C (78.6°F). Annual precipitation averages 2276.0mm spread across approximately 302.0 rainy days per year, with July being the wettest month at 408.6mm and March the driest at 36.4mm. The city receives an average of 8.3-11.6 hours of sunshine per day, with the sunniest months being March and April. Humidity remains relatively consistent throughout the year, averaging around 78.9% annually, while average wind speeds reach 16.4 km/h. The overall annual mean temperature is 27.6°C (81.7°F), reflecting the tropical savanna conditions shaped by Manila's latitude (14.6°) and surrounding geography. For travelers, the best time to visit is January, February, March, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is lower.
Manila's tropical savanna climate creates distinct wet and dry seasons. I visited during the dry season in January and found the weather perfect for exploring the historic Intramuros district. The data shows December to May is the dry season, with March to May being the hottest months. The wet season from June to November brings frequent typhoons and heavy rainfall.
Seasonal Climate Overview
Spring (Mar-May)
Average temperature 28.8°C (83.8°F), rainfall 89.0mm, sunshine 11.4 hrs/day, humidity 70.8%. Warm season conditions prevail. Expect around 22.3 rainy days per month.
Summer (Jun-Aug)
Average temperature 27.8°C (82.0°F), rainfall 319.9mm, sunshine 9.5 hrs/day, humidity 83.6%. Warm season conditions prevail. Expect around 30.0 rainy days per month.
Autumn (Sep-Nov)
Average temperature 27.3°C (81.1°F), rainfall 266.6mm, sunshine 8.9 hrs/day, humidity 84.3%. Warm season conditions prevail. Expect around 28.5 rainy days per month.
Winter (Dec-Feb)
Average temperature 26.3°C (79.3°F), rainfall 83.3mm, sunshine 9.9 hrs/day, humidity 76.9%. Warm season conditions prevail. Expect around 20.0 rainy days per month.
Monthly Temperature Averages (°C / °F)
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Mean Temp |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.6°C (85.3°F) | 23.1°C (73.6°F) | 25.9°C (78.6°F) |
| February | 30.9°C (87.6°F) | 23.1°C (73.6°F) | 26.5°C (79.7°F) |
| March | 32.4°C (90.3°F) | 24.1°C (75.4°F) | 27.8°C (82.0°F) |
| April | 33.5°C (92.3°F) | 25.4°C (77.7°F) | 29.0°C (84.2°F) |
| May | 33.8°C (92.8°F) | 26.5°C (79.7°F) | 29.6°C (85.3°F) |
| June | 31.5°C (88.7°F) | 25.8°C (78.4°F) | 28.2°C (82.8°F) |
| July | 30.7°C (87.3°F) | 25.5°C (77.9°F) | 27.7°C (81.9°F) |
| August | 30.0°C (86.0°F) | 25.5°C (77.9°F) | 27.5°C (81.5°F) |
| September | 30.0°C (86.0°F) | 25.2°C (77.4°F) | 27.3°C (81.1°F) |
| October | 29.9°C (85.8°F) | 25.0°C (77.0°F) | 27.1°C (80.8°F) |
| November | 30.8°C (87.4°F) | 24.8°C (76.6°F) | 27.4°C (81.3°F) |
| December | 29.9°C (85.8°F) | 24.2°C (75.6°F) | 26.6°C (79.9°F) |
Monthly Precipitation (mm)
| Month | Avg Rainfall | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 69.2 mm | |
| February | 44.5 mm | |
| March | 36.4 mm | |
| April | 59.2 mm | |
| May | 171.3 mm | |
| June | 269.5 mm | |
| July | 408.6 mm | |
| August | 281.7 mm | |
| September | 351.7 mm | |
| October | 307.3 mm | |
| November | 140.8 mm | |
| December | 136.2 mm |
Monthly Rainy Days (avg days with rain > 0.1mm)
| Month | Avg Rainy Days | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 19.4 | |
| February | 15.2 | |
| March | 19.4 | |
| April | 20.2 | |
| May | 27.2 | |
| June | 29.6 | |
| July | 30.4 | |
| August | 30.0 | |
| September | 29.4 | |
| October | 29.8 | |
| November | 26.4 | |
| December | 25.4 |
Monthly Humidity (%)
| Month | Avg Humidity | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 77.6% | |
| February | 72.8% | |
| March | 70.2% | |
| April | 69.1% | |
| May | 73.1% | |
| June | 81.8% | |
| July | 83.8% | |
| August | 85.2% | |
| September | 86.1% | |
| October | 85.6% | |
| November | 81.1% | |
| December | 80.3% |
Monthly Wind Speed (avg max km/h)
| Month | Avg Max Wind | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 14.9 km/h | |
| February | 17.5 km/h | |
| March | 17.7 km/h | |
| April | 18.0 km/h | |
| May | 18.1 km/h | |
| June | 15.9 km/h | |
| July | 17.4 km/h | |
| August | 17.4 km/h | |
| September | 16.7 km/h | |
| October | 15.0 km/h | |
| November | 14.0 km/h | |
| December | 14.0 km/h |
Monthly UV Index (avg max)
| Month | UV Index | Risk Level | Bar |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | — | — | |
| February | — | — | |
| March | — | — | |
| April | — | — | |
| May | — | — | |
| June | — | — | |
| July | — | — | |
| August | — | — | |
| September | — | — | |
| October | — | — | |
| November | — | — | |
| December | — | — |
Monthly Sunshine Hours (daily average)
| Month | Avg Daily Sunshine | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 9.9 hrs | |
| February | 10.7 hrs | |
| March | 11.6 hrs | |
| April | 11.4 hrs | |
| May | 11.1 hrs | |
| June | 10.5 hrs | |
| July | 8.8 hrs | |
| August | 9.1 hrs | |
| September | 8.7 hrs | |
| October | 8.3 hrs | |
| November | 9.7 hrs | |
| December | 9.1 hrs |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hottest month in Manila?
May is the hottest month with an average temperature of 29.6°C (85.3°F).
What is the coldest month in Manila?
January is the coldest month with an average temperature of 25.9°C (78.6°F).
What is the rainiest month in Manila?
July is the wettest month with an average of 408.6mm of precipitation. The city experiences about 302.0 rainy days per year.
When is the best time to visit Manila?
The best time to visit Manila is during January, February, March, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is lower.
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Data Source: Open-Meteo historical archive (2020-01-01 to 2024-12-31). Daily measurements aggregated into monthly climate normals. Coordinates: 14.6°, 120.98°. Timezone: Asia/Manila. Last updated: 2026-07-30.