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Palawan, Philippines · Tropical

Palawan in March: go or not?

Excellent time. Palawan in March scores 8.4/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 10.21°N · 118.99°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Go for it
Palawan · March
8.4
22–28°
Temperature
25%
Rain
7h
Sun
🌴 Tropical☀️ High UV🌧️ Monsoon season
Photo : Ehmir Bautista via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in March

In March, Palawan sees 82°F during the day with 7.1h of sunshine per day. Rain risk remains low (25% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.

March is the best month of the year in Palawan. Compared to February: +2°F daytime.

This month's conditions

What it's like in March

UV index
9 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
muggy at times
21°
Sea
27°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.9h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 29
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Is March the right month?

March is actually the best month of the year in Palawan. Good timing.

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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 typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthApril · 84°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 79°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘOctober · 70%

🏝️ Tropical stay

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

Where is Palawan ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Philippines
Tropical climate with a 8.4 → 4.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
10.21°N · 118.99°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Palawan?
March is the best month with 82°F highs, 72°F lows, 7.1h of sunshine and 25.0% rainy days. The months of March & February offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Palawan get in March?
Palawan averages 7.1 sunshine hours per day in March. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.0/10.
What is the rainiest month in Palawan?
September is the most unfavourable month with September has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Palawan in March?
In March, overnight lows reach 72°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is Palawan good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Palawan scores 6.6/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains March with a score of 8.0/10.
When should you avoid Palawan?
September is the most difficult month to visit Palawan, with September has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Palawan in March?
In March, the sea averages 81°F in Palawan: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Palawan in March?
The average UV index reaches 9 in March in Palawan (very high), with about 11.9h of daylight. Protection essential.