Philippine seasons and weather: what to expect and pack
The dry and wet seasons, typhoon season, regional weather differences, and what to pack — the practical climate guide for living in the Philippines.
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The dry and wet seasons, typhoon season, regional weather differences, and what to pack — the practical climate guide for living in the Philippines.
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Two main seasons The Philippines has two broad seasons: the dry season (roughly November–May) and the wet season (roughly June–October). Within the dry season, March–May are the hottest months ('summer'), with intense heat and humidity before the rains break. The wet season June–October brings the…
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- v1CurrentPublishedAug 11, 2026
Gap guide from official sources.
ATby Archipelago TeamEN: Original onlyES: Reviewed translation