Month guide · Manila · Philippines
Manila in June
What June is really like in Manila: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
June is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 33°C (91°F), lows of 26°C (79°F), about 17 rainy days and roughly 13 hours of daylight. The rainy season begins, with heavy afternoon storms and occasional flooding.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 33°C (91°F) / 26°C (79°F)
- Rainy days
- About 17
- Daylight
- About 13 hours
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in June
June is the 3rd-warmest month in Manila: days average 33°C (91°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 26°C (79°F). Rain falls on roughly 17 of its 30 days. Compared with May (34°C (93°F)), June is about as warm; by July highs drop to around 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 June)
- About 05:27
- Sunset (15 June)
- About 18:26
- Daylight
- About 13 hours
Hot dry season (March–May). Hot, sunny days peaking in April and May; Holy Week empties the city and fills the beaches.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, June rates 2 for crowds (the peak is January at 4) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in January). That makes June one of the better-value months to book.
Events in June
- Independence Day (12 June)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in June
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Castle · Intramuros
Fort Santiago
The Spanish citadel at the mouth of the Pasig River, where national hero José Rizal was imprisoned before his execution in 1896.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Iconic
- Outdoors
- Kids
Religious site · Intramuros
Manila Cathedral
Check the mass schedule if you want to hear the organ, and dress respectfully.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Architecture
- History
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Park · Ermita and Malate
Rizal Park (Luneta)
The large urban park beside Manila Bay is centred on the Rizal Monument, guarded by ceremonial sentries, near the spot where José Rizal was executed.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- History
- Outdoors
Neighbourhood · Binondo
Binondo Chinatown
Go hungry at lunchtime and graze from shop to shop; a guided food walk helps you find the long-running places.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Food
- History
- Shopping
What to pack
For highs near 33°C, lows near 26°C and 17 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is June a good time to visit Manila?
A quieter month with trade-offs, 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 June a good time to visit Manila?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. The rainy season begins, with heavy afternoon storms and occasional flooding.
+How warm is Manila in June?
Average highs are around 33°C (91°F) and lows around 26°C (79°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Manila in June?
Expect rain on about 17 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.