The best time to visit the Philippines to spend your honeymoon is the dry season between November and May. Although you can still visit and enjoy the Philippines during the wet season between May and October, the weather in this period is a little bit unpredictable. You should expect sudden rainfalls in the wet season and therefore plan your trip accordingly.
The period from late August till the end of October is the typhoon season. Therefore, you may want to avoid travelling during these period. Due to the heavy rain and harsh weather conditions; landslides, road closures and cancellations of transportation services might occur and affect your travel plans.
Overview of the Climate in the Philippines
The average year-round temperature measured from all the weather stations in the Philippines is 26.6 °C (79.9 °F). The Philippine archipelago is located on the tropical belt and it has a high relative humidity and temperature all year round.
- Cooler days are usually felt in the month of January with temperature averaging at 25.5 °C (77.9 °F).
- The warmest days are usually felt in the month of May with a mean temperature of 28.3 °C (82.9 °F).
- July and August are usually the wettest months with the most rainfall.
We can subdivide the dry season further into 2 seasons:
- From late October to February is the cool dry season
- From March to May is the hot dry season
The Most Popular Season to Visit the Philippines
The most popular season to visit the Philippines is between the months of December and February. In this period, the weather is not too hot or cold and perfect for all kinds of beach and outdoor activities. However, if you would like to avoid the crowds and pricey accommodation and plane tickets, you may choose to book you honeymoon in the shoulder months of May and November; when there are fewer tourists and the weather is still pleasant. If you are on a tight budget, these months might be the best time to visit the Philippines for you.
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