2026 Climate Averages

Weather in El Nido & Palawan in January

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

January is an excellent time to visit El Nido & Palawan. El Nido & Palawan has a Tropical climate with average yearly highs of 29°C, lows of 25°C, and approximately 13 rainy days per month.

Avg High

29°C

Avg Low

25°C

Rainy days

13days

Daylight

11.5h

Is January a good time to visit El Nido & Palawan?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:26 AM

Sunset

5:58 PM

Live January Forecast

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Forecast for your trip dates

Up to 16 days ahead
Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 29°C 25°C 13 Excellent (best)
February 29°C 25°C 5 Excellent (best)
March 31°C 26°C 4 Excellent (best)
April 32°C 26°C 10 Excellent (best)
May 32°C 27°C 23 Wet
June 30°C 26°C 29 Wet
July 30°C 26°C 28 Wet
August 30°C 26°C 25 Wet
September 30°C 26°C 29 Wet
October 29°C 25°C 30 Wet
November 29°C 26°C 21 Excellent (best)
December 29°C 25°C 25 Excellent (best)

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for January

Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Climate: Tropical
Travel Context Expect humidity and afternoon showers—plan flexible days.

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Common Questions

Is January a good time to visit El Nido & Palawan? +

January is typically Excellent for visiting El Nido & Palawan, with average highs of 29°C and around 13 rainy days.

What should I pack for El Nido & Palawan in January? +

With highs of 29°C and lows of 25°C in {month}, we recommend: Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Does it rain a lot in El Nido & Palawan in January? +

El Nido & Palawan typically sees around 13 rainy days in January.

How many hours of daylight are there in El Nido & Palawan in January? +

In January, El Nido & Palawan gets approximately 11.5 hours of daylight per day.

Is January peak season in El Nido & Palawan? +

Yes, January is peak season in El Nido & Palawan. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit El Nido & Palawan? +

The best months to visit El Nido & Palawan are November, December, January, February, March, April, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Asia/Manila)

Last Updated: January 2026

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January

29° / 25°
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