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Luzon Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Luzon, Philippines in January.

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Planning a trip to Luzon, Philippines this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Luzon in January

Luzon, Philippines is a region in Philippines. January in Luzon generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Santa Ana at 26°C (79°F) to very warm in Tarlac at 31°C (88°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Tarlac and 23°C (73°F) in Santa Ana. During this period, Manila experiences its coolest temperatures annually.

For specific regional insights in Luzon, Philippines, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Vigan with an average of 14 mm (0.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Santa Ana with 185 mm (7.3 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Manila gets around 178 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Luzon by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Luzon — and find the best time to visit. (based on Manila)

January31°C (88°F) February32°C (90°F) March33°C (91°F) April35°C (95°F) May34°C (93°F) June33°C (91°F) This monthJuly32°C (90°F) August31°C (88°F) September32°C (90°F) October32°C (90°F) November32°C (90°F) December31°C (88°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Luzon in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Luzon.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Luzon

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Luzon, Philippines?

Temperature range in Luzon (January)

Precipitation variation in Luzon (January)

Manila

In January Manila generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
178 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
4 days
2 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Manila →

Angeles City

In January Angeles City generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Angeles City →

Tagaytay

In January Tagaytay generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
178 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
134 mm (5.3 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
7 days
4 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Tagaytay →

Baguio

In January Baguio generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Baguio →

Puerto Galera

In January Puerto Galera generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
305 mm (12 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
pleasant
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In our records: Philippines January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Philippines in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Philippines dropped to -10°C (14°F) in Malapascua Island on January 16, 2008.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Philippines was 13°C (55°F) in Baguio on January 18, 1981.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Luzon in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Manila 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Tagaytay 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Baguio 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Angeles City 30°C (86°F) 21°C (70°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Puerto Galera 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 130 mm (5.1 in)
Olongapo 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 25 mm (1 in)

Luzon weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Luzon, Philippines in January?

Luzon, Philippines typically experiences tolerable weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in Manila average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Luzon, Philippines in January?

Manila averages a daytime maximum of 31°C (88°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 24°C (75°F).

Does Luzon, Philippines get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Luzon, Philippines during January, with Manila averaging close to 33 mm (1.3 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Luzon, Philippines?

In our opinion, January is a good time to visit Luzon, Philippines with overall pleasant weather in Manila. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in February offering mostly pleasant weather in Manila. On the other hand, the months of April, May, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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