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El Nido, Philippines · Tropical

El Nido in July: go or not?

Mixed period. El Nido in July: 4.7/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 11.19°N · 119.39°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Why not
El Nido · July
4.7
26–30°
Temperature
54%
Rain
4h
Sun
🌴 Tropical☀️ High UV🌧️ Monsoon season
Photo : Matthew Stephenson via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in July

July falls in the wet season in El Nido. Showers are often brief but intense. With 54% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.

July ranks 10 out of 12 months in El Nido. Compared to June: −0.6h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in July

UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
oppressive heat
24°
Sea
30°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.6h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 24
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Is July the right month?

The best month in El Nido is February (6.1/10), 1.4 pt higher than July.

See February →See all 12 months →
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Plan your trip

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 typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthApril · 90°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 84°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘOctober · 61%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
Location

Where is El Nido ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Philippines
Tropical climate with a 6.1 → 4.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
11.19°N · 119.39°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit El Nido?
February is the best month with 84°F highs, 77°F lows, 7.8h of sunshine and 13.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does El Nido get in February?
El Nido averages 7.8 sunshine hours per day in February. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 5.9/10.
What is the rainiest month in El Nido?
October is the most unfavourable month with October has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in El Nido in February?
In February, overnight lows reach 77°F, while afternoon highs average 84°F.
Is El Nido good in winter?
In winter (December-February), El Nido scores 5.5/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 5.9/10.
When should you avoid El Nido?
October is the most difficult month to visit El Nido, with October has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in El Nido in July?
In July, the sea averages 86°F in El Nido: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in El Nido in July?
The average UV index reaches 7 in July in El Nido (high), with about 12.6h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.