Palawan
A lagoon you paddle into through a gap in the cliff, an underground river through a cave big enough for bats, and islands nobody has counted properly.
The best time to visit Palawan is Nov–May, when typical daytime highs reach about 30°C (85°F). Local time there is 00:29 (UTC+8).
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In season
The year at a glance
January · high 28°C · rain 161mm · 11.6h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Puerto Princesa, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C82°F | 161mm6.3in | 11.6h11.6h | in the recommended window |
| February | 28°C82°F | 85mm3.3in | 11.8h11.8h | in the recommended window |
| March | 29°C84°F | 107mm4.2in | 12.0h12.0h | in the recommended window |
| April | 30°C85°F | 115mm4.5in | 12.3h12.3h | in the recommended window |
| May | 30°C86°F | 194mm7.6in | 12.6h12.6h | in the recommended window |
| June | 30°C85°F | 226mm8.9in | 12.7h12.7h | |
| July | 29°C85°F | 238mm9.4in | 12.6h12.6h | |
| August | 30°C85°F | 199mm7.8in | 12.4h12.4h | |
| September | 30°C85°F | 277mm10.9in | 12.2h12.2h | |
| October | 29°C84°F | 266mm10.5in | 11.9h11.9h | |
| November | 29°C84°F | 249mm9.8in | 11.7h11.7h | in the recommended window |
| December | 29°C84°F | 228mm9.0in | 11.6h11.6h | in the recommended window |
Good to know
- Currency
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- Language
- Filipino, English
- Driving
- on the right
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When is the best time to visit Palawan?
The best time to visit Palawan is Nov–May, when typical daytime highs reach about 30°C (85°F).
How warm does Palawan get?
Typical daytime highs in Palawan are Mar–May 30°C (85°F), Jun–Aug 30°C (85°F), Sep–Nov 29°C (85°F), Dec–Feb 28°C (83°F).
Is Palawan expensive?
On the ground, Palawan is cheap.
What sort of trip is Palawan good for?
Palawan is good for beach and sun holidays, nature and scenery, bucket-list trips, adventure holidays.
How rainy is Palawan?
The wettest month in Palawan is September at 277mm (10.9in), the driest February at 85mm (3.3in), with a monthly average of 195mm (7.7in).
What plug do I need for Palawan?
Palawan uses type A, B, C sockets at 220 V.
