Geography of Philippines
Geography of Philippines: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Philippines
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Coordinates: 14°35′58.2″N 120°59′3.1″E (14.5995, 120.9842)
Quick facts about Philippines
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Continent | Asia |
| Coordinates | 14°35′58.2″N 120°59′3.1″E (14.5995, 120.9842) |
| Capital | Manila |
| Population | 117.000.000 |
| Area | 115.831 sq mi |
| ISO code | PH |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | PHL |
| Currency | Philippine peso (PHP) |
| Languages | Filipino, English |
| Calling code | +63 |
| Time zone | Asia/Manila |
| Local time | 10:11 PM (UTC+08:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March and April |
| Climate | Tropical |
Geography by island in Philippines
2 islands mapped in this atlas
Geography by city in Philippines
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Summary
Philippines is a country in Asia. Philippines is a country in Asia with its capital at Manila. It has a population of about 117 million. The capital is Manila.
Right now it is 81°F (27°C) in Philippines with drizzle. It feels like 88°F. Today runs from 81°F to 85°F. Chance of precipitation is 92%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.7/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Philippines is January, February, March and April. The climate is tropical. June, July and September tend to be the least comfortable months. April is the warmest month with average highs near 95°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 75°F.
The closest major airport is Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), about 7 mi away. Nearby highlights include Boracay, Nacpan Beach, Palawan and White Beach, Boracay.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 85°F is in line with the 87°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Philippines today at 8.8/10. Gusts to 38 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Philippines month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 86° | 75° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 89° | 75° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 91° | 77° | 1,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 95° | 80° | 0,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 94° | 81° | 5,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 89° | 79° | 10,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | 87° | 78° | 16,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 87° | 78° | 7,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 85° | 77° | 14,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| October | 86° | 77° | 9,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 88° | 77° | 4,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 87° | 76° | 5,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Philippines?
Philippines is a country in Asia. Its coordinates are 14.5995, 120.9842. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Philippines right now?
It is currently 81°F (27°C) with drizzle. Humidity is 82% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Philippines?
January, February, March and April offer the most comfortable conditions in Philippines, which has a tropical climate. June, July and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Philippines in?
Philippines observes Asia/Manila (UTC+08:00). The local time is 10:11 PM.
How many people live in Philippines?
Philippines has a population of approximately 117 million.
What is the nearest airport to Philippines?
The closest airports are Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), 7 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Philippines?
Popular options include Boracay, Nacpan Beach, Palawan and White Beach, Boracay.
What places are in Philippines?
Philippines covers 3 places in this atlas, including Boracay, Manila and Palawan.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 10:11 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
