Palawan · WinterMonth summary
Palawan weather in January
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
22°C – 26°C
🌧 Rainy days
67% of days
☀️ Sunshine
10.7h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.3/10
📅 📅 Best month
March (7.8/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Palawan in January?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: January is a good time to visit Palawan. March remains slightly better (+0.5 pts).
By trip type
Palawan in January by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ⚠️ Possible
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in January
🎯 Diving still possible despite rain — underwater visibility stays decent at depth Even in winter, Palawan enjoys 26°C. A real asset for escaping the European cold. With 67% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. March (7.8/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 22°C | 26°C | 67% | 4.4 | 10.7h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 21°C | 27°C | 57% | 3.1 | 11.0h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 22°C | 28°C | 55% | 3.0 | 11.5h | 7.8/10 |
| ⛅ April | 22°C | 29°C | 71% | 3.3 | 12.0h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 22°C | 28°C | 92% | 7.2 | 11.6h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌧️ June | 22°C | 28°C | 93% | 10.3 | 9.2h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 22°C | 27°C | 88% | 11.3 | 8.8h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ August | 22°C | 27°C | 85% | 9.9 | 10.2h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 22°C | 27°C | 94% | 12.6 | 9.2h | 6.9/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 22°C | 27°C | 95% | 13.1 | 8.8h | 6.5/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 22°C | 27°C | 89% | 8.4 | 10.4h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 22°C | 27°C | 89% | 8.8 | 10.1h | 7.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In January, Palawan averages 26°C, 67% rainy days and 10.7h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.3/10.
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Comparison
January vs March (best month)
The best month is March (score 7.8/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +2°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -12%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.8h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Palawan in January
Is January a good time to visit Palawan?
January is an acceptable time for Palawan (score 7.3/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider March (7.8/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Palawan in January?
Yes, 67% of days see rain in January. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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