The month in detail
What to expect in December
December falls in the wet season in Siargao. Showers are often brief but intense. With 68% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
December ranks 10 out of 12 months in Siargao. Compared to November: 7 pts more rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
6 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
very humid
23°
Sea
29°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.4h of daylight
Air quality
excellent
AQI 17
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Siargao is February (7.5/10), 2.7 pts higher than December.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Philippines
🗣️LanguageFilipino
💶CurrencyPeso philippin (₱)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 30°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 27°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘDecember · 68%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
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Location
Where is Siargao ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
PhilippinesEquatorial tropical climate with a 7.5 → 4.8 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
9.85°N · 126.05°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Siargao?
February is the best month with 27.0°C highs, 24.0°C lows, 5.7h of sunshine and 51.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does Siargao get in February?
Siargao averages 5.7 sunshine hours per day in February. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.2/10.
What is the rainiest month in Siargao?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Siargao in February?
In February, overnight lows reach 24.0°C, while afternoon highs average 27.0°C.
Is Siargao good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Siargao scores 5.4/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 7.2/10.
When should you avoid Siargao?
January is the most difficult month to visit Siargao, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Siargao in December?
In December, the sea averages 29°C in Siargao: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Siargao in December?
The average UV index reaches 6 in December in Siargao (moderate), with about 11.4h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.