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Palawan Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Palawan, Philippines in September.

Planning a journey to Palawan, Philippines this September and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Palawan in September

Palawan, Philippines is a region in Philippines. September in Palawan generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Puerto Princesa. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

To explore the conditions in Palawan, Philippines in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Puerto Princesa with an average of 257 mm (10 in) to heavy rainfall in El Nido with 370 mm (15 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Palawan in September

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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).

Popular Destinations in Palawan

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in Palawan, Philippines?

Temperature range in Palawan (September)

Precipitation variation in Palawan (September)

Puerto Princesa

In September Puerto Princesa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
219 mm (8.6 in)
257 mm (10 in)
271 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions

El Nido

In September El Nido generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
322 mm (13 in)
370 mm (15 in)
279 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Anepahan

In September Anepahan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
237 mm (9.3 in)
292 mm (11 in)
285 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Palawan in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
El Nido 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 370 mm (15 in)
Puerto Princesa 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 257 mm (10 in)
Anepahan 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 292 mm (11 in)

Palawan weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Palawan, Philippines in September?

September in Palawan, Philippines brings poor weather. In Puerto Princesa, daytime temperatures are typically around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows hover near 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Palawan, Philippines in September?

Daytime temperatures in Puerto Princesa peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in September, dropping to about 25°C (77°F) overnight.

Does Palawan, Philippines get a lot of rain in September?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Puerto Princesa records an average of 257 mm (10 in) in September, putting it among the wetter months for Palawan, Philippines.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Palawan, Philippines?

In our opinion, September may not be the ideal time to visit Palawan, Philippines due to the typically poor weather in Puerto Princesa.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January offering mostly pleasant weather in Puerto Princesa. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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