Sea temperature in Philippines
Live water temperatures and swimming conditions across 70 beaches on the Philippines coast.
Best time to swim in Philippines
The sea in Philippines peaks in May, when the water averages around 29°C.
The main swimming season runs from January – December, when surface temperatures stay comfortable for extended sessions.
On average, 12 months a year sit above 20°C — the threshold most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.
The coldest month is typically January at around 26°C, when cold-water swimmers dominate the coast.
Philippines sea temperature history
Long-term climatology for Philippines shows an annual mean sea temperature of 28°C, ranging from 26°C in winter to 29°C at the summer peak.
The seasonal swing is roughly 3°C between the coldest and warmest month — a useful yardstick when comparing years or checking whether the current sea is running above or below average.
Recent decades have trended slightly warmer at Philippines, in line with regional sea-surface temperature records for the wider basin.
Monthly averages below are drawn from multi-decadal climatology and are updated as new observations arrive.
Values are area averages; individual beaches vary by exposure and depth.
Philippines sea temperature: frequently asked questions
What is the warmest month to swim in Philippines?
May is the warmest month in Philippines, when the sea averages about 29°C. Late-season warmth often persists a few weeks after peak.
When is the sea coldest in Philippines?
The coldest month in Philippines is typically January, when the water averages around 26°C. Cold-water swimmers and surfers dominate this period.
When can you swim in Philippines without a wetsuit?
The main swimming season in Philippines runs from January – December — about 12 months a year when the sea sits above 20°C, the level most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do I need a wetsuit in Philippines?
Philippines stays warm year-round, so most swimmers never need a wetsuit — a rash guard is usually enough for sun and wildlife protection.
What is the average sea temperature in Philippines?
The long-term annual mean sea temperature in Philippines is about 28°C, based on multi-decadal climatology of the surrounding waters.
How do I check the current sea temperature in Philippines?
The live reading at the top of this page shows the current sea temperature in Philippines, updated hourly from marine buoy and satellite data. The 7-day forecast covers water, air, waves, wind and UV for the week ahead.
Philippines sea temperature by month
Average sea temperatures around Philippines for every month of the year, based on long-term Open-Meteo marine climatology.
| Month | Average sea | Swimming comfort |
|---|---|---|
| January | 26.0°C | Warm swimming |
| February | 26.0°C | Warm swimming |
| March | 27.0°C | Very warm, bath-like |
| April | 28.0°C | Very warm, bath-like |
| May ⭐ | 29.0°C | Very warm, bath-like |
| June | 29.0°C | Very warm, bath-like |
| July | 28.0°C | Very warm, bath-like |
| August | 28.0°C | Very warm, bath-like |
| September | 28.0°C | Very warm, bath-like |
| October | 28.0°C | Very warm, bath-like |
| November | 27.0°C | Very warm, bath-like |
| December | 27.0°C | Very warm, bath-like |
Monthly figures are modelled climatology averages, not live readings. How accurate is our data?
Coastal regions of Philippines
Region hubs with live sea temperatures, swim conditions and a beach directory.
Warmest beaches in Philippines right now
| Beach | Region | Sea | Swim score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sumilon Sandbar | Cebu | 28.7°C | Excellent |
| Bantayan Sugar Beach | Cebu | 28.7°C | Excellent |
| Sabang Beach Puerto Galera | Luzon | 28.7°C | Excellent |
| Puka Beach | Aklan | 28.6°C | Excellent |
| Alona Beach | Bohol | 28.6°C | Excellent |
| Dumaluan Beach | Bohol | 28.6°C | Excellent |
| Kawasan Beach | Cebu | 28.6°C | Excellent |
| Seven Commandos Beach | Palawan | 28.6°C | Excellent |
| Papaya Beach | Palawan | 28.6°C | Excellent |
| Malcapuya Island Beach | Palawan | 28.6°C | Excellent |
| Anda White Beach | Visayas | 28.6°C | Excellent |
| Caramoan Gota Beach | Luzon | 28.6°C | Excellent |
| Moalboal White Beach | Cebu | 28.5°C | Excellent |
| Kayangan Lake Beach | Palawan | 28.5°C | Excellent |
| Pacifico Beach | Mindanao | 28.5°C | Excellent |
| Nagsasa Cove | Luzon | 28.5°C | Excellent |
| Talisayen Cove | Luzon | 28.5°C | Excellent |
| Hidden Beach El Nido | Palawan | 28.4°C | Excellent |
| Bantayan Beach | Visayas | 28.4°C | Excellent |
| Laiya Beach | Luzon | 28.4°C | Excellent |
| Nasugbu Beach | Luzon | 28.4°C | Excellent |
| Kalanggaman Island | Leyte | 28.3°C | Excellent |
| Daku Island | Surigao del Norte | 28.3°C | Excellent |
| Pagudpud Saud Beach | Ilocos Norte | 28.3°C | Excellent |
| Banana Island Beach | Palawan | 28.3°C | Excellent |
| Bulog Dos Beach | Palawan | 28.3°C | Excellent |
| Momo Beach | Visayas | 28.2°C | Excellent |
| Great Sta. Cruz Island | Mindanao | 28.2°C | Excellent |
| Anawangin Cove | Luzon | 28.2°C | Excellent |
| Nacpan Beach | Palawan | 28.1°C | Excellent |
| Nacpan Beach | Palawan | 28.1°C | Excellent |
| Malapascua Bounty Beach | Visayas | 28.1°C | Excellent |
| Naked Island | Mindanao | 28.1°C | Excellent |
| Aninuan Beach | Luzon | 28.1°C | Excellent |
| Naked Island | Surigao del Norte | 28.0°C | Excellent |
| White Beach Port Barton | Palawan | 28.0°C | Excellent |
| Puka Shell Beach | Aklan | 27.9°C | Excellent |
| Coron Banol Beach | Palawan | 27.9°C | Excellent |
| El Nido Beach | Palawan | 27.9°C | Excellent |
| San Vicente Long Beach | Palawan | 27.9°C | Excellent |
| Talaudyong Beach | Palawan | 27.9°C | Excellent |
| Port Barton Beach | Palawan | 27.9°C | Excellent |
| San Juan Beach Siquijor | Visayas | 27.9°C | Excellent |
| Puerto Galera White Beach | Luzon | 27.9°C | Excellent |
| Daku Island Beach | Surigao del Norte | 27.8°C | Excellent |
| Seven Commandos Beach | Palawan | 27.8°C | Excellent |
| Las Cabanas Beach | Palawan | 27.8°C | Excellent |
| Corong Corong Beach | Palawan | 27.8°C | Excellent |
| Guyam Island | Mindanao | 27.8°C | Excellent |
| Bantayan Island Beach | Cebu | 27.7°C | Excellent |
| Las Cabanas Beach | Palawan | 27.7°C | Excellent |
| Sabang Beach Palawan | Palawan | 27.7°C | Excellent |
| Bulabog Beach | Visayas | 27.7°C | Excellent |
| Kota Beach Bantayan | Visayas | 27.7°C | Excellent |
| San Juan Surf Beach | Luzon | 27.7°C | Excellent |
| White Beach Boracay | Aklan | 27.6°C | Excellent |
| El Nido Bacuit | Palawan | 27.6°C | Excellent |
| Mactan Beach | Cebu | 27.6°C | Excellent |
| Matukad Island Beach | Luzon | 27.6°C | Excellent |
| Cloud 9 Siargao | Surigao del Norte | 27.5°C | Excellent |
| Paliton Beach | Visayas | 27.5°C | Excellent |
| Daku Island | Mindanao | 27.5°C | Excellent |
| Puka Shell Beach | Aklan | 27.4°C | Excellent |
| La Union San Juan | La Union | 27.4°C | Excellent |
| CYC Beach | Palawan | 27.4°C | Excellent |
| Ilig Iligan Beach | Visayas | 27.4°C | Excellent |
| Salagdoong Beach | Visayas | 27.4°C | Excellent |
| Mactan Shangri-La | Cebu | 27.3°C | Excellent |
| Diniwid Beach | Aklan | 27.3°C | Excellent |
| Nagtabon Beach | Palawan | 27.3°C | Excellent |
Sea temperature in Philippines — FAQ
How warm is the sea in Philippines in September?
The sea off Philippines averages about 28.0°C in September, based on long-term monthly averages for this coast.
When is the best time to swim in Philippines?
Philippines is warmest in May (around 29.0°C) and coldest in January (around 26.0°C). There are typically 12 months a year when the water sits above 22°C.
What is the average yearly sea temperature in Philippines?
Across all twelve months, the sea in Philippines averages about 27.6°C.
Do you need a wetsuit to swim in Philippines?
In peak season (around May, ~29.0°C) most swimmers are comfortable without a wetsuit. Outside summer, when the water drops toward 26.0°C, a 3/2mm to 5/4mm wetsuit is recommended.