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El Nido Weather in August
Thinking of visiting El Nido in August? Expect very high temperatures reaching 30°C (86°F) during the day, dropping to 26°C (79°F) at night. Heavy showers are common during the rainy season.
Rainfall in El Nido in August
El Nido is in the rainy season in August, with rain on around 21 days and an average of 322 mm (13 in). Showers during the rainy season tend to be heavy and can come down intensely. An umbrella is often not enough, so a poncho or waterproof jacket is a better choice.
Temperature in El Nido in August
If you're visiting El Nido in August, expect highs of 30°C (86°F) and overnight lows around 26°C (79°F). If you're spending a lot of time outdoors, it helps to plan around the warmer part of the day. Nights remain warm at around 26°C (79°F). For a more comfortable sleep, a cold shower before bed and a fan or air conditioning can make a big difference.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit El Nido. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
El Nido Temperature in August
Min Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Max Temperature
30°C (86°F)
Chance of Rain
69%
Precipitation
322 mm (13 in)
Rainy days
21 days
El Nido Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for El Nido in August
Browse day-by-day weather records for El Nido spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
El Nido historical weather extremes in August
Based on weather observations in El Nido between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during August.
- El Nido recorded its highest August temperature of 32°C (90°F) on August 2, 2025.
- On August 9, 2006, El Nido saw its coldest August day with temperatures maxing out at 26°C (79°F).
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to 24°C (75°F) on August 1, 2015, marking the coldest August night on record.
- The heaviest August precipitation occurred on August 9, 2006, when 111 mm (4.4 in) of precipitation fell.
Best Places in Philippines in August
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in El Nido in August
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in August. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.
What To Do in El Nido in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping7/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
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