Climate Insights for Bongao

Province of Tawi-Tawi, Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines

Hottest
May
29°C peak
Coldest
February
26°C low
Wettest
October
194mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Bongao is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1703mm of precipitation falls per year. Bongao receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bongao sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Feb Max: 27° Average: 27° Min: 26° Mar Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Apr Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° May Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Jun Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Jul Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Aug Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Sep Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Oct Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Nov Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Dec Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26°
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Average
Min

Bongao has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 3°C range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 26°C and an average of 27°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 147mm Feb Precipitation: 77mm Mar Precipitation: 69mm Apr Precipitation: 85mm May Precipitation: 143mm Jun Precipitation: 183mm Jul Precipitation: 168mm Aug Precipitation: 136mm Sep Precipitation: 144mm Oct Precipitation: 194mm Nov Precipitation: 167mm Dec Precipitation: 189mm
Precipitation

Bongao is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1703mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 142mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 194mm of rainfall. December and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 69mm. That's 125mm less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 20km/h Feb Wind Speed: 22km/h Mar Wind Speed: 18km/h Apr Wind Speed: 15km/h May Wind Speed: 15km/h Jun Wind Speed: 17km/h Jul Wind Speed: 20km/h Aug Wind Speed: 20km/h Sep Wind Speed: 18km/h Oct Wind Speed: 17km/h Nov Wind Speed: 16km/h Dec Wind Speed: 19km/h
Wind Speed

Bongao is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 18km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 22km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 15km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Bongao, which began on March 20, 2026. Bongao sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in May at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 26°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 26 to 29°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 297mm for the season, averaging 99mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 27 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 487mm across the season with a monthly average of 162mm. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 506mm across the season with a monthly average of 169mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 413mm across the season with a monthly average of 138mm. Winds are moderate at around 20km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bongao based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
26 °C
28 °C
20 km/h
147 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
27 °C
22 km/h
77 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
26 °C
28 °C
18 km/h
69 mm
0 cm
Apr
27 °C
28 °C
15 km/h
85 mm
0 cm
May
27 °C
29 °C
15 km/h
143 mm
0 cm
Jun
27 °C
28 °C
17 km/h
183 mm
0 cm
Jul
27 °C
28 °C
20 km/h
168 mm
0 cm
Aug
27 °C
28 °C
20 km/h
136 mm
0 cm
Sep
27 °C
28 °C
18 km/h
144 mm
0 cm
Oct
27 °C
28 °C
17 km/h
194 mm
0 cm
Nov
26 °C
28 °C
16 km/h
167 mm
0 cm
Dec
26 °C
28 °C
19 km/h
189 mm
0 cm
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