Month guide · Boracay · Philippines
Boracay in April
What April is really like in Boracay: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
April is one of the best months to visit Boracay. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 25°C (77°F), about 5 rainy days and roughly 12.4 hours of daylight. Hot and dry, with peak domestic crowds during Holy Week and school holidays.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 25°C (77°F)
- Rainy days
- About 5
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
- Sea temperature
- 28°C (82°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in April
April is the 2nd-warmest month in Boracay: days average 31°C (88°F) against a yearly average high of 30°C (86°F), and nights fall to about 25°C (77°F). Rain falls on roughly 5 of its 30 days. Compared with March (30°C (86°F)), April is about as warm; by May highs stay near 32°C (90°F).
- Sunrise (15 April)
- About 05:40
- Sunset (15 April)
- About 18:04
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
- Sea
- 28°C (82°F)
Cool dry season (December–February). Breezy amihan weather, calm White Beach and kitesurfing wind on Bulabog; Christmas and Chinese New Year bring peak crowds.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, April rates 5 for crowds (the peak is April at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in April). Book accommodation early: April is one of the pricier months.
Events in April
- Summer school holidays in the Philippines (April–May)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in April
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Experience · Station 2
Island hopping
Half-day boat trips stop at Crocodile Island for snorkelling, Crystal Cove Island's rocky coves and caves, and Magic Island's cliff-jumping platforms, often with a beach lunch.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Active
- Outdoors
- Iconic
Experience · Station 1
Sunset paraw sailing
Agree the price per boat and length of the trip before boarding, and leave valuables ashore, as you may get wet.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Couples
- Iconic
- Views
- Photo spot
Viewpoint · Bulabog Beach
Mount Luho viewpoint
The island's highest point, about 100 metres above sea level, has an observation deck with 360-degree views over White Beach, Bulabog and the neighbouring islands.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- Views
- Photo spot
- Outdoors
Experience · Bulabog Beach
Kitesurfing at Bulabog Beach
Book lessons with a certified school, and come in December to March for the most consistent wind.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Expensive
- Active
- Outdoors
The sea averages 28°C (82°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Boracay.
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 25°C and 5 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is April a good time to visit Boracay?
It is one of the best months to visit Boracay. Hot and dry, with peak domestic crowds during Holy Week and school holidays.
+How warm is Boracay in April?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 25°C (77°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Boracay in April?
Expect rain on about 5 days of the month.