Climate Insights for Sitangkai

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

Hottest
May
29°C peak
Coldest
December
26°C low
Wettest
October
224mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Sitangkai is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1871mm 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

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: 27° Min: 26° Aug Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Sep Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Oct Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° 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. December 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: 134mm Feb Precipitation: 92mm Mar Precipitation: 80mm Apr Precipitation: 83mm May Precipitation: 166mm Jun Precipitation: 194mm Jul Precipitation: 201mm Aug Precipitation: 146mm Sep Precipitation: 158mm Oct Precipitation: 224mm Nov Precipitation: 180mm Dec Precipitation: 212mm
Precipitation

Sitangkai is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1871mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 156mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 224mm of rainfall. December and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 80mm. That's 144mm 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 5km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 3km/h May Wind Speed: 3km/h Jun Wind Speed: 3km/h Jul Wind Speed: 4km/h Aug Wind Speed: 4km/h Sep Wind Speed: 3km/h Oct Wind Speed: 3km/h Nov Wind Speed: 3km/h Dec Wind Speed: 3km/h
Wind Speed

Sitangkai is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 5km/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 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

91 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Sitangkai, which began on June 21, 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 December near 26°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 91 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 26 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 329mm across the season with a monthly average of 110mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 541mm across the season with a monthly average of 180mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 562mm across the season with a monthly average of 187mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/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 438mm across the season with a monthly average of 146mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/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
4 km/h
134 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
27 °C
5 km/h
92 mm
0 cm
Mar
26 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
80 mm
0 cm
Apr
27 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
83 mm
0 cm
May
27 °C
29 °C
3 km/h
166 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
27 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
194 mm
0 cm
Jul
26 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
201 mm
0 cm
Aug
27 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
146 mm
0 cm
Sep
27 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
158 mm
0 cm
Oct
26 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
224 mm
0 cm
Nov
26 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
180 mm
0 cm
Dec
26 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
212 mm
0 cm
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