August · Philippines
Best time to visit El Nido in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in El Nido in August
Average temperature 29°C, 270 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
6.5/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 270 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in El Nido scores 6.5/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 29°C, 270 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
El Nido's limestone cliffs, lagoons and hidden beaches sit at the top of Palawan.
August in El Nido: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
August averages 29°C (83°F) and humidity near 81%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
270 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 6.5/10 here, 8th of 12 months, against 9.7/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? February scores 3.2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in El Nido in August?
- In August, El Nido averages 29°C, 270 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.5/10.
- Is August a good time to visit El Nido?
- August earns a 6.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in El Nido in August?
- Expect about 270 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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