October · Philippines
Best time to visit Puerto Princesa in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Puerto Princesa in October
Average temperature 28°C, 209 mm of rain, about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
3.7/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 209 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 17
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
October in Puerto Princesa scores 3.7/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 209 mm of rain, and roughly 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Puerto Princesa is the base for Palawan's underground river and island-hopping in Honda Bay.
October in Puerto Princesa — the hardest end of the year
October averages 28°C (83°F) and humidity near 81%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
209 mm of rain puts this in monsoon territory — about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the whole month, and multi-day washouts are normal.
It scores 3.7/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 6.7/10 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, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? February scores 3 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Puerto Princesa in October?
- In October, Puerto Princesa averages 28°C, 209 mm of rain, and about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.7/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Puerto Princesa?
- October earns a 3.7/10 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 October?
- Expect about 209 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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