What February feels like in Manila
February is part of Manila's dry season, when rain totals drop well below the wet months. Expect proper heat in the afternoon — slow down between noon and four. There is little difference between day and night: nights stay warm, and evenings feel much like the afternoon. The air is muggy, so it feels hotter than the thermometer suggests.
Rain in Manila in February
Most days stay dry; rain arrives about one day in 5. Wet days average about 5.5 mm (0.2 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 10 mm per rainy day. It is among the three driest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in February
In mid-February, sunrise is at about 6:21 am and sunset at about 6:00 pm (local time) — 11 h 40 min of daylight. The days are stretching out — 19 min more daylight than mid-January. Close to the equator, sunrise and sunset times move very little through the year. Measured sunshine covers about 90% of the daylight — skies are mostly clear.
How February compares to the rest of the year
In Manila's temperature order, February sits as the 6th warmest month. Afternoons run 1°C (1.8°F) warmer than in January, with 20 mm less rain. March continues the upward trend. March averages a high of 31.2°C (88.2°F).
Who February suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
Tips for visiting Manila in February
Sun Protection
Protect yourself from strong sun: hat, SPF and plenty of water.
Quick questions
How warm is Manila in February?
Expect around 29.5°C (85.1°F) in the afternoon and 22.9°C (73.2°F) at night, which most visitors would call hot.
Does it rain a lot in Manila in February?
Only moderately: roughly 6 wet days and 33 mm, usually moderate rain.
What should I wear in Manila in February?
Based on the averages: sun protection. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is February or March better for visiting Manila?
March, narrowly: it ranks #1 of 12 among Manila's months, against #2 for the other. March is warmer.