Climate Insights for Sitangkai

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

Hottest
May
29°C peak
Coldest
February
26°C low
Wettest
December
227mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Sitangkai is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 2037mm of precipitation falls per year. Sitangkai receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sitangkai sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0° 5° 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: 27° 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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Sitangkai 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 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 174mm Feb Precipitation: 108mm Mar Precipitation: 108mm Apr Precipitation: 108mm May Precipitation: 168mm Jun Precipitation: 205mm Jul Precipitation: 185mm Aug Precipitation: 162mm Sep Precipitation: 166mm Oct Precipitation: 226mm Nov Precipitation: 202mm Dec Precipitation: 227mm
Precipitation

Sitangkai is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2037mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 170mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 227mm of rainfall. October and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 108mm. That's 119mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 14km/h Feb Wind Speed: 17km/h Mar Wind Speed: 14km/h Apr Wind Speed: 10km/h May Wind Speed: 10km/h Jun Wind Speed: 11km/h Jul Wind Speed: 15km/h Aug Wind Speed: 14km/h Sep Wind Speed: 13km/h Oct Wind Speed: 11km/h Nov Wind Speed: 11km/h Dec Wind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed

Sitangkai is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/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 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 10km/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

87 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Sitangkai, which began on September 23, 2026. Sitangkai 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. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 27 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 384mm across the season with a monthly average of 128mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/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 552mm across the season with a monthly average of 184mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 594mm across the season with a monthly average of 198mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/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 508mm across the season with a monthly average of 169mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/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 Sitangkai 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
14 km/h
174 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
27 °C
17 km/h
108 mm
0 cm
Mar
27 °C
28 °C
14 km/h
108 mm
0 cm
Apr
27 °C
28 °C
10 km/h
108 mm
0 cm
May
27 °C
29 °C
10 km/h
168 mm
0 cm
Jun
27 °C
28 °C
11 km/h
205 mm
0 cm
Jul
27 °C
28 °C
15 km/h
185 mm
0 cm
Aug
27 °C
28 °C
14 km/h
162 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
27 °C
28 °C
13 km/h
166 mm
0 cm
Oct
27 °C
28 °C
11 km/h
226 mm
0 cm
Nov
26 °C
28 °C
11 km/h
202 mm
0 cm
Dec
26 °C
28 °C
13 km/h
227 mm
0 cm
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