Manila, Philippines Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Manila
Manila has a tropical wet-and-dry climate, marked by year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season. Average daytime highs range from about 84°F (29°C) in January to around 92°F (33°C) in May, and the city records roughly 214 days of measurable precipitation a year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: May - highs near 92°F (33°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 84°F (29°C)
- Record high: 101°F (38°C) · Record low: 67°F (20°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: July (28 rainy days) · Sunniest: April (11.6 h sun/day)
- Climate type: tropical wet-and-dry - year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on May. Highs average 92°F (33°C) and overnight lows stay near 80°F (26°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 84°F (29°C) and lows around 73°F (23°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 101°F (38°C) and dropped as low as 67°F (20°C).
Rain, sun and snow
July is usually the wettest month. It brings about 15.9 inches (403 mm) of rain over 28 days, while March is the driest. April brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.6 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 84° | 73° | 10 | 2.9 in | 9.9 h/day | 78% |
| February | 86° | 73° | 6 | 1.3 in | 10.7 h/day | 74% |
| March | 89° | 75° | 7 | 1.0 in | 11.5 h/day | 70% |
| April | 92° | 78° | 9 | 1.6 in | 11.6 h/day | 68% |
| May | 92° | 80° | 18 | 5.4 in | 11.1 h/day | 73% |
| June | 88° | 79° | 26 | 10.0 in | 10.4 h/day | 81% |
| July | 86° | 78° | 28 | 15.9 in | 8.5 h/day | 85% |
| August | 85° | 78° | 28 | 13.5 in | 8.7 h/day | 86% |
| September | 85° | 77° | 28 | 13.5 in | 8.8 h/day | 86% |
| October | 86° | 77° | 25 | 9.6 in | 8.9 h/day | 85% |
| November | 87° | 76° | 15 | 4.4 in | 9.9 h/day | 81% |
| December | 85° | 75° | 15 | 6.7 in | 9.1 h/day | 80% |
Manila month by month
Manila weather in January
January brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 73°F (23°C), about 10 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Manila.
Manila weather in February
February brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 73°F (23°C), about 6 wet days.
Manila weather in March
March brings highs around 89°F (32°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 7 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Manila.
Manila weather in April
April brings highs around 92°F (33°C), lows near 78°F (26°C), about 9 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Manila.
Manila weather in May
May brings highs around 92°F (33°C), lows near 80°F (26°C), about 18 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Manila.
Manila weather in June
June brings highs around 88°F (31°C), lows near 79°F (26°C), about 26 wet days.
Manila weather in July
July brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 78°F (25°C), about 28 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Manila.
Manila weather in August
August brings highs around 85°F (30°C), lows near 78°F (26°C), about 28 wet days.
Manila weather in September
September brings highs around 85°F (30°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 28 wet days.
Manila weather in October
October brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 25 wet days.
Manila weather in November
November brings highs around 87°F (30°C), lows near 76°F (25°C), about 15 wet days.
Manila weather in December
December brings highs around 85°F (30°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 15 wet days.
Seasons in Manila
March through May
March through May in Manila brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 91°F (33°C) and nights around 78°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 34 days across the season. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
June through August
June through August in Manila runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 86°F (30°C) and nights around 78°F (26°C); expect showers on roughly 81 days across the season.
September through November
September through November in Manila is hot, with daytime highs averaging 86°F (30°C) and nights around 77°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 67 days across the season.
December through February
December through February in Manila runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 85°F (29°C) and nights around 74°F (23°C); expect showers on roughly 31 days across the season.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Manila
The best time to visit Manila is generally December to March, when these months combine the driest skies with the most comfortable heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 86°F (30°C).
Pack for Manila with lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sun protection for the hot months; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature; moisture-wicking fabrics to cope with the humidity. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - May nights average 80°F (26°C).
Manila temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.