September · Philippines
Best time to visit El Nido in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in El Nido in September
Average temperature 29°C, 328 mm of rain, about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
5.8/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 328 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 16
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
September in El Nido scores 5.8/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 29°C, 328 mm of rain, and roughly 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
El Nido's limestone cliffs, lagoons and hidden beaches sit at the top of Palawan.
September in El Nido: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
September averages 29°C (83°F) and humidity near 82%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
328 mm of rain puts this in monsoon territory — about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the whole month, and multi-day washouts are normal.
It scores 5.8/10 here, 12th 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 low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? February scores 3.9 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in El Nido in September?
- In September, El Nido averages 29°C, 328 mm of rain, and about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.8/10.
- Is September a good time to visit El Nido?
- September earns a 5.8/10 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 September?
- Expect about 328 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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