Climate Overview
The climate in El Nido is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 2569mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 440mm of rainfall. El Nido is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, April, June. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 26°C.
Temperature
El Nido 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 29°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
El Nido is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2569mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 214mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 440mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 25mm. That's 416mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
El Nido is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
85 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in El Nido, which began on June 21, 2026. El Nido is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in May at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 26°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 85 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 26 to 29°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 188mm for the season, averaging 63mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 27 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1128mm across the season with a monthly average of 376mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 898mm across the season with a monthly average of 299mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/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 354mm across the season with a monthly average of 118mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/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 El Nido 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.
