Palawan Weather Forecast
Palawan weather: 85°F, light drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Palawan weather in October
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Climate in Palawan 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 | 85° | 75° | 5,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 85° | 74° | 5,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 86° | 74° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 88° | 76° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 89° | 78° | 7,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 87° | 78° | 10,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | 86° | 77° | 10,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 86° | 77° | 7,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 86° | 77° | 12,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| October | 86° | 77° | 10,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 86° | 77° | 9,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 85° | 76° | 9,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Palawan
Go in March and April. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, July and September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and September - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Palawan compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Palawan.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Beach, Boracay | 261 mi | 81°F | about the same | 105 in |
| Boracay | 262 mi | 80°F | about the same | 105 in |
| Ninoy Aquino International Airport | 358 mi | 83°F | +34°F warmer | 78 in |
| Manila | 362 mi | 82°F | +34°F warmer | 80 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Palawan?
Palawan is an island in Philippines. Its coordinates are 9.8349, 118.7384. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Palawan right now?
It is currently 85°F (29°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 80% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Palawan?
March and April offer the most comfortable conditions in Palawan, which has a tropical climate. June, July and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Palawan in?
Palawan observes Asia/Manila (UTC+08:00). The local time is 9:19 AM.
What are the top things to do in Palawan?
Popular options include Nacpan Beach.
What places are in Palawan?
Palawan covers 1 places in this atlas, including Nacpan Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (islands) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 26, 2026 at 9:19 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
