Month guide · Palawan · Philippines
Palawan in July
What July is really like in Palawan: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Jordan Balintac, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
July is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 24°C (75°F), about 19 rainy days and roughly 12.6 hours of daylight. Wet and windy at times, with rough seas that can cancel El Nido's outer island tours; low prices.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 24°C (75°F)
- Rainy days
- About 19
- Daylight
- About 12.6 hours
- Sea temperature
- 29°C (84°F)
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in July
July is the 7th-warmest month in Palawan: days average 31°C (88°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 24°C (75°F). Rain falls on roughly 19 of its 31 days. Compared with June (32°C (90°F)), July is about as warm; by August highs stay near 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 July)
- About 05:52
- Sunset (15 July)
- About 18:30
- Daylight
- About 12.6 hours
- Sea
- 29°C (84°F)
Hot dry season (March–May). Hot and calm with the warmest water and Tubbataha diving; Holy Week and school holidays crowd El Nido and Coron.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, July rates 2 for crowds (the peak is April at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in April). That makes July one of the better-value months to book.
Events in July
July has no major recurring festival in Palawan, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in July
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Viewpoint · Coron Town
Mount Tapyas
Start about an hour before sunset and bring water; there are rest points on the way up.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Views
- Active
- Photo spot
Nature · Coron Town
Maquinit Hot Spring
A rare saltwater hot spring set among mangroves a few kilometres from Coron Town, with stone pools at a temperature of around 40°C.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Couples
- After dark
- Outdoors
Zoo · Busuanga
Calauit Safari Park
It is a long trip from Coron Town by road and boat; go early and combine it with a beach stop.
- Time needed
- Full day from Coron
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Nature
- Outdoors
Island · Puerto Princesa
Honda Bay island hopping
A short boat ride from Puerto Princesa's north side, Honda Bay's small islands include Cowrie Island, Luli Island (which partly disappears at high tide) and Starfish Island, with shallow snorkelling and white-sand beaches.
- Time needed
- Half a day to full day
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Outdoors
- Nature
The sea averages 29°C (84°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Palawan.
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 24°C and 19 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 July a good time to visit Palawan?
A quieter month with trade-offs. If your dates are flexible, January–April are better overall. Compare every month.
Palawan in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is July a good time to visit Palawan?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Wet and windy at times, with rough seas that can cancel El Nido's outer island tours; low prices.
+How warm is Palawan in July?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Palawan in July?
Expect rain on about 19 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.