March · Philippines
Best time to visit Puerto Princesa in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Puerto Princesa in March
Average temperature 28°C, 41 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
6.4/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 41 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
March in Puerto Princesa scores 6.4/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 28°C, 41 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Puerto Princesa is the base for Palawan's underground river and island-hopping in Honda Bay.
March in Puerto Princesa — middling scores, decent value
Days in March average 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 80% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
With around 41 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.9 hours of daylight fill the rest.
That is 6.4/10 on the same scale — 2nd of 12 months, versus 6.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect peak pricing, and crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Puerto Princesa in March?
- In March, Puerto Princesa averages 28°C, 41 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.4/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Puerto Princesa?
- March earns a 6.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Puerto Princesa in March?
- Expect about 41 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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