Month guide · Manila · Philippines
Manila in April
What April is really like in Manila: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: SeamanWell, CC BY-SA 3.0
Quick answer
April is a shoulder-season month. Expect average highs of 34°C (93°F), lows of 26°C (79°F), about 4 rainy days and roughly 12.4 hours of daylight. One of the hottest months; plan indoor museums for the afternoon.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 34°C (93°F) / 26°C (79°F)
- Rainy days
- About 4
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in April
April is the warmest month in Manila: days average 34°C (93°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 26°C (79°F). Rain falls on roughly 4 of its 30 days. Compared with March (32°C (90°F)), April is warmer; by May highs stay near 34°C (93°F).
- Sunrise (15 April)
- About 05:42
- Sunset (15 April)
- About 18:10
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
Cool dry season (December–February). Sunny, comparatively mild and breezy, with Christmas celebrations and the Black Nazarene procession; the most comfortable time.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, April rates 3 for crowds (the peak is January at 4) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in January). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in April
- Holy Week (some years fall in April)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in April
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Historic site · Binondo
Manila Chinese Cemetery
Established in the 19th century, this cemetery north of Binondo is lined with elaborate mausoleums, some with kitchens, bathrooms and air conditioning, built by Chinese-Filipino families.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Architecture
- Off the beaten path
.JPG){kind=link}
Street · Binondo
Escolta Street
Visit when a weekend craft market is on to see the street at its liveliest.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Architecture
- Off the beaten path
- History
Religious site · Intramuros
San Agustin Church
Completed in 1607, San Agustin is the oldest stone church still standing in the Philippines and one of four Baroque churches inscribed together as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Architecture
- Art
- Iconic
- Rainy day
.jpg){kind=link}
Museum · Intramuros
Casa Manila
Combine it with San Agustin across the street; the courtyard café is a good rest stop.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Architecture
- Rainy day
What to pack
For highs near 34°C, lows near 26°C and 4 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is April a good time to visit Manila?
A shoulder-season month, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, December–March are better overall. Compare every month.
Manila in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is April a good time to visit Manila?
It is a shoulder-season month. One of the hottest months; plan indoor museums for the afternoon.
+How warm is Manila in April?
Average highs are around 34°C (93°F) and lows around 26°C (79°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Manila in April?
Expect rain on about 4 days of the month, so it is usually dry.