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El Nido

Visit in March — score 80/100 · avg high 86°F · 8 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

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January

84°/78°F
15 rain days
11.4h daylight
High crowds
Average

February

#2
84°/77°F
9 rain days
11.6h daylight
High crowds
Average

March

#1
86°/79°F
8 rain days
11.9h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

April

#3
88°/80°F
12 rain days
12.3h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

May

89°/82°F
31 rain days
12.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

June

87°/81°F
30 rain days
12.7h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

July

86°/80°F
31 rain days
12.6h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

August

86°/80°F
31 rain days
12.4h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

September

86°/80°F
30 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

October

85°/80°F
31 rain days
11.7h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

November

85°/80°F
30 rain days
11.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

December

85°/80°F
31 rain days
11.3h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January6281°84°78°156011.4hHighAverage
February7781°84°77°93511.6hHighAverage
March8082°86°79°83411.9hModerateAverage
April7084°88°80°124912.3hModerateAverage
May4785°89°82°3115112.5hModerateBelow avg
June4984°87°81°3028412.7hModerateBelow avg
July4883°86°80°3136912.6hModerateAverage
August4783°86°80°3128612.4hModerateAverage
September4883°86°80°3033612.1hModerateBelow avg
October4583°85°80°3124311.7hModerateAverage
November4483°85°80°3015311.5hModerateAverage
December4082°85°80°3112711.3hHighAbove avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
65/100
High
88°F
Low
80°F
Rain days
17/mo
Crowds
moderate

Spring in El Nido (March, April, May) brings average highs of 88°F and lows of 80°F, with about 17 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 65/100, with March being the strongest month of the season at 80/100.

Summer

Score
48/100
High
86°F
Low
80°F
Rain days
31/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in El Nido (June, July, August) brings average highs of 86°F and lows of 80°F, with about 31 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 48/100, with June being the strongest month of the season at 49/100.

Fall

Score
46/100
High
86°F
Low
80°F
Rain days
30/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in El Nido (September, October, November) brings average highs of 86°F and lows of 80°F, with about 30 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 46/100, with September being the strongest month of the season at 48/100.

Winter

Score
59/100
High
84°F
Low
78°F
Rain days
18/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in El Nido (December, January, February) brings average highs of 84°F and lows of 78°F, with about 18 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 59/100, with February being the strongest month of the season at 77/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit El Nido?
The best month to visit El Nido is March, with an overall travel score of 80/100. Expect average highs of 86°F, about 8 rainy days, and moderate tourist crowds.
Is El Nido expensive in summer?
Summer prices in El Nido are relatively moderate, averaging 87% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is September.
What is the weather like in El Nido in December?
December in El Nido has average highs of 85°F and lows of 80°F, with approximately 31 rainy days and 11.3 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 40/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit El Nido?
The most affordable time to visit El Nido is September, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in September, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is December (score: 40/100).

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