Month guide · Boracay · Philippines
Boracay in January
What January is really like in Boracay: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
January is one of the best months to visit Boracay. Expect average highs of 29°C (84°F), lows of 24°C (75°F), about 11 rainy days and roughly 11.5 hours of daylight. Breezy amihan season with calm water on White Beach and good kitesurfing wind on Bulabog.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 29°C (84°F) / 24°C (75°F)
- Rainy days
- About 11
- Daylight
- About 11.5 hours
- Sea temperature
- 27°C (81°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in January
January is the 10th-warmest month in Boracay: days average 29°C (84°F) against a yearly average high of 30°C (86°F), and nights fall to about 24°C (75°F). Rain falls on roughly 11 of its 31 days. Compared with December (29°C (84°F)), January is about as warm; by February highs stay near 29°C (84°F).
- Sunrise (15 January)
- About 06:16
- Sunset (15 January)
- About 17:46
- Daylight
- About 11.5 hours
- Sea
- 27°C (81°F)
Transition (October–November). Rain eases and the winds turn northeast; a good-value time with improving conditions.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, January rates 4 for crowds (the peak is April at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in April). Book accommodation early: January is one of the pricier months.
Events in January
- Ati-Atihan festival in Kalibo (usually the third weekend of January)
- Chinese New Year crowds (late January or February)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in January
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Market · Station 2
D'Talipapa market
Agree the price per kilo and the cooking charge before buying, and choose two or three cooking styles such as grilled, garlic butter and sinigang.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Food
- Rainy day
- Iconic
Beach · Station 2
White Beach
The island's west-coast beach runs for about 4 km of fine, pale coral sand and shallow turquoise water, divided informally into Stations 1, 2 and 3.
- Time needed
- Half a day or more
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- Kids
- Couples
- Outdoors
- Photo spot
Landmark · Station 1
Willy's Rock
Visit at low tide in the morning for easy wading and clear photos before the crowds.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Photo spot
- Kids
- Iconic
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
The sea averages 27°C (81°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Boracay.
What to pack
For highs near 29°C, lows near 24°C and 11 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is January a good time to visit Boracay?
It is one of the best months to visit Boracay. Breezy amihan season with calm water on White Beach and good kitesurfing wind on Bulabog.
+How warm is Boracay in January?
Average highs are around 29°C (84°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Boracay in January?
Expect rain on about 11 days of the month.