Monthly climate guide
El Nido weather in March
Expect hot weather in El Nido in March: afternoons reach about 29°C (84°F), while nights drop to around 27°C (80°F). Around 31 mm of rain falls over the month (fairly dry), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as February and about the same as April.
What stands out in March
- It's one of the drier months, with about 82% less rain than El Nido's average.
- Days and nights are close, only about 2°C apart.
- It's humid — around 77% — so the heat feels heavier.
- March sits in El Nido's drier season — usually a comfortable time to visit.
It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
29°C
84°F
Avg low
27°C
80°F
Rainfall
31 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
77%
relative
Sky
45%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
El Nido weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C / 82°F | 26°C / 79°F | 55 mm | 80% | 68% |
| February | 28°C / 82°F | 26°C / 79°F | 33 mm | 79% | 53% |
| March | 29°C / 84°F | 27°C / 80°F | 31 mm | 77% | 45% |
| April | 30°C / 86°F | 28°C / 82°F | 31 mm | 74% | 39% |
| May | 31°C / 87°F | 29°C / 84°F | 133 mm | 75% | 69% |
| June | 30°C / 85°F | 28°C / 83°F | 300 mm | 79% | 89% |
| July | 29°C / 84°F | 28°C / 82°F | 391 mm | 81% | 92% |
| August | 29°C / 84°F | 28°C / 82°F | 299 mm | 81% | 90% |
| September | 29°C / 84°F | 27°C / 81°F | 322 mm | 82% | 91% |
| October | 29°C / 84°F | 28°C / 82°F | 229 mm | 81% | 78% |
| November | 29°C / 84°F | 28°C / 82°F | 138 mm | 81% | 67% |
| December | 29°C / 83°F | 27°C / 81°F | 138 mm | 82% | 73% |
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is March a good time to visit El Nido?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit El Nido →Other Philippines cities in March
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El Nido in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit El Nido?
Yes. March is one of the best months for El Nido, with highs around 29°C and about 31 mm of rain.
How warm is El Nido in March?
Average highs are about 29°C (84°F) and average lows about 27°C (80°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in El Nido in March?
El Nido typically gets around 31 mm of rain in March — fairly dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around El Nido (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.