Philippines Palawan Weather in December — Climate Guide
December in Palawan is very-high
Palawan Weather in December — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 30° / 23°
- Rainfall
- 55mm · 6 days
- Crowds
- Very busy
As of 2026, Palawan in December averages a high of 30°C and low of 23°C with 55mm of rain over about 6 days. Dry tropical.
December is very-high for Palawan.
Christmas-New Year peak + whale shark starts.
Travel score
Palawan December Weather Stats
Avg High
30°C
Avg Low
23°C
Rainy Days
6
55mm total
Sunshine
9h
Daily avg
Humidity
77%
moderate
UV Index
11
Extreme
Wind
18 km/h
Gusts 30
Sea Temp
27°C
good for swimming
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
December Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
12 μg/m³
PM10
22 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
33°C
Nighttime
24°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
18 km/h
Max gust 30 km/h
Activities Recommended for December
December Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Climate 30/23°C best
- Christmas peak
- Whale shark starts
Cons
- Hotels surge
December Events & Festivals
- Christmas-New Year peak
- Whale shark season starts
Palawan in December — Full Picture
Christmas-New Year peak + whale shark starts.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Dry tropical.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
31.7°C
24.3°C
5/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
31°C
25°C
17.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
30.7°C
24.7°C
13.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current30°C
23°C
4.3/mo
Palawan Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 30° | 23° | 4d·35mm | 9h | 76% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| February (Best) | 30° | 23° | 3d·25mm | 9h | 75% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| March (Best) | 31° | 24° | 3d·35mm | 9h | 74% | 12 | Very busy | Peak |
| April (Best) | 32° | 24° | 4d·40mm | 9h | 74% | 12 | Very busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 32° | 25° | 8d·100mm | 8h | 76% | 12 | Very busy | Peak |
| 31° | 25° | 13d·215mm | 6h | 80% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 25° | 19d·360mm | 5h | 82% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 25° | 20d·410mm | 5h | 83% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 25° | 17d·285mm | 6h | 81% | 11 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 31° | 25° | 14d·210mm | 7h | 80% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| November (Best) | 30° | 24° | 9d·100mm | 8h | 78% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder |
| December (Best) | 30° | 23° | 6d·55mm | 9h | 77% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
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Palawan December Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is December a good time to visit Palawan?
Palawan in December is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Palawan in December?
Palawan December averages a high of 30°C and a low of 23°C.
Does it rain much in Palawan in December?
Palawan December averages 55mm of rainfall over about 6 rainy days.
What should I wear in Palawan in December?
Dry tropical.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Palawan in December?
Palawan December sunrise is 05:55 and sunset is 17:45, with 11h 50min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Palawan in December?
Palawan December air quality (AQI) averages 35, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 12μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Palawan in December?
In December, Palawan is great for Island hopping, Underground River, Whale shark.
Is December peak season in Palawan?
Palawan December crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.