Month guide · Palawan · Philippines
Palawan in June
What June is really like in Palawan: 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 32°C (90°F), lows of 25°C (77°F), about 18 rainy days and roughly 12.7 hours of daylight. The rainy season begins, usually with heavy showers rather than all-day rain; the Tubbataha season usually closes mid-month.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 32°C (90°F) / 25°C (77°F)
- Rainy days
- About 18
- Daylight
- About 12.7 hours
- Sea temperature
- 30°C (86°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in June
June is the 4th-warmest month in Palawan: days average 32°C (90°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 25°C (77°F). Rain falls on roughly 18 of its 30 days. Compared with May (33°C (91°F)), June is about as warm; by July highs stay near 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 June)
- About 05:44
- Sunset (15 June)
- About 18:26
- Daylight
- About 12.7 hours
- Sea
- 30°C (86°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, June rates 3 for crowds (the peak is April at 5) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in April). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in June
- Baragatan Festival — Palawan's provincial festival in Puerto Princesa (usually June)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in June
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Beach · El Nido
Nacpan Beach
About 17 km north of El Nido Town, Nacpan is a gently curving beach of about 4 km of pale sand backed by coconut palms, with a few simple restaurants and bars at the access point.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Couples
- Kids
- Views
Beach · Corong-Corong
Las Cabanas Beach
Arrive an hour before sunset to get a table at the beach bars.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Couples
- Views
- After dark
Viewpoint · El Nido Town
Taraw Cliff
The jagged limestone cliff directly behind El Nido Town gives views over the rooftops to Bacuit Bay.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Views
- Active
- Photo spot
Nature · Coron Island
Barracuda Lake
Bring a mask; the rock formations below the surface are the reason to come.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- Nature
- Active
- Off the beaten path
The sea averages 30°C (86°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Palawan.
What to pack
For highs near 32°C, lows near 25°C and 18 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 Palawan?
A quieter month with trade-offs, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, January–April are better overall. Compare every month.
Palawan in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is June a good time to visit Palawan?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. The rainy season begins, usually with heavy showers rather than all-day rain; the Tubbataha season usually closes mid-month.
+How warm is Palawan in June?
Average highs are around 32°C (90°F) and lows around 25°C (77°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Palawan in June?
Expect rain on about 18 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.