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Best time to visit Siargao: month by month
Short answer
March to May is the best time for calm seas, sun and island hopping, with highs of about 29–30°C. The best surf is usually from about August/September to November. December to February is the wettest and windiest period, and typhoons are possible from about June to December.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 28°C | 24°C | 29 | medium |
| Feb | 28°C | 24°C | 27 | medium |
| Mar | 29°C | 25°C | 28 | high |
| Apr | 29°C | 25°C | 25 | very high |
| May | 30°C | 26°C | 27 | high |
| Jun | 30°C | 26°C | 23 | medium |
| Jul | 30°C | 26°C | 24 | medium |
| Aug | 31°C | 26°C | 22 | medium |
| Sep | 31°C | 26°C | 21 | high |
| Oct | 30°C | 25°C | 27 | high |
| Nov | 29°C | 25°C | 28 | medium |
| Dec | 29°C | 24°C | 30 | high |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Highs of about 29–30°C and lows of 25–26°C; the calmest, sunniest months for boat trips, lagoons and rock pools.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Highs of about 30–31°C; generally good weather, though storms and typhoons are possible, and swell starts building in August.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Highs of about 29–31°C; the main surf season at Cloud 9 and surf competitions, with more rain from October.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Highs of about 28–29°C and lows of 24°C; the wettest and windiest period, with rougher seas for boats.
Events worth planning around
- Holy Week — March or April, a peak travel time across the Philippines
- Siargao International Surfing Cup at Cloud 9 — usually around September to October
- Christmas and New Year — very busy, book early
When to avoid
Avoid December to February if you want calm seas for island hopping. Holy Week and the Christmas holidays are the busiest and most expensive times.
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Common questions
What is the best month to visit Siargao?
April or May for calm seas and sun, with highs of about 29–30°C.
When is surf season in Siargao?
Usually from about August/September to November, when Cloud 9 is at its best.
Is there a typhoon season in Siargao?
Typhoons are possible from about June to December, though the island is hit less often than areas further north.