Geography of Manila
Geography of Manila: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Manila
Boracay is 193 mi to the south, White Beach, Boracay is 193 mi to the south, Nacpan Beach is 251 mi to the south-west and Palawan is 362 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 14°35′58.2″N 120°59′3.1″E (14.5995, 120.9842)
Quick facts about Manila
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| Country | Philippines |
| Continent | Asia |
| Coordinates | 14°35′58.2″N 120°59′3.1″E (14.5995, 120.9842) |
| Population | 1.850.000 |
| Known for | Intramuros and island-hopping gateway |
| Local time | 8:02 PM (UTC+08:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March and April |
| Climate | Tropical |
Geography by airport in Manila
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Summary
Manila is a city in Philippines. Manila is known for Intramuros and island-hopping gateway. It has a population of about 1.9 million.
Right now it is 85°F (29°C) in Manila with partly cloudy. It feels like 92°F. Today runs from 80°F to 86°F. Chance of precipitation is 95%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.6/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Manila 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 and White Beach, Boracay.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 86°F is in line with the 87°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Manila today at 8/10. Gusts to 37 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 Manila 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 Manila?
Manila is a city in Philippines. Its coordinates are 14.5995, 120.9842. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Manila right now?
It is currently 85°F (29°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 71% and wind is 13 mph.
When is the best time to visit Manila?
January, February, March and April offer the most comfortable conditions in Manila, which has a tropical climate. June, July and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Manila in?
Manila observes Asia/Manila (UTC+08:00). The local time is 8:02 PM.
How many people live in Manila?
Manila has a population of approximately 1.9 million.
What is the nearest airport to Manila?
The closest airports are Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), 7 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Manila?
Popular options include Boracay and White Beach, Boracay.
What places are in Manila?
Manila covers 1 places in this atlas, including Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - 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 23, 2026 at 8:02 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
