AI-generatedBalanga at a glance
- Best time
- Nov – Mar
- Warmest month
- Apr · 35°
- Warmest sea
- Jun · 30.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,160 h
- Rain a year
- 1,703 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+8
- Elevation
- 12 m
Climate in Balanga
Balanga has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. April is the warmest month with average highs of 35 °C, while January is the coolest at 31 °C. With around 2,160 hours of sunshine a year, Balanga is moderately sunny; April is the sunniest month with 7.8 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Balanga
The best time to visit Balanga is from November to March. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from November to April. From March to June it can get very hot, with highs of up to 35 °C. The rainy season is from June to October; the wettest month is July with 317 mm.
Balanga through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Balanga in the dry season
Nov – May
Good
- 31–35 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 54 rainy days in all
Balanga in the rainy season
Jun – Oct
Good
- 31–33 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 4.8 h of sun a day
- 128 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Nov – Apr
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Mar – Jun
Highs of 33 °C or more
Rainy months
Jun – Oct
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: December – February
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: November – March
October is the peak of the typhoon season Hurricane season
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rainStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 28°
- Midday, 13:00: about 32°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 31°
- Evening, 20:00: about 28°
- Night, 23:00: about 26°
05:4917:38
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:35–06:17 · evening 17:10–17:51
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:27–05:35 · evening 17:51–18:00
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Balanga compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs stay at about 32° from start to end. The days get 0.4 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 32° | 32° |
| Night-time low | 25° | 24° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.6 h |
What is the weather like in Balanga in October?
In October, Balanga is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 19 days, totalling 185 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Balanga.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 50 min05:49 – 17:38
- UV index
- 11 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 12 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 73 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 29 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+8offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %83 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %40 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Balanga
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
January has the better holiday weather in Balanga: score 90 against 62. In January, days are 1 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 2 °C cooler in January. January has 15 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in January.
| Month | October | January |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 62 | 90better |
| Daytime high | 32° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 22° |
| Sea | 29.0° | 26.9° |
| Sunshine | 5.4 h | 6.6 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 19 | 4better |
| Rainfall | 185 mm | 34 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 28better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Balanga month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
90January31° · Sea 27° · 6.6 h
In January, Balanga is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 34 mm in total. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Balanga.
Balanga in January87February32° · Sea 27° · 6.9 h
In February, Balanga is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 29 mm in total. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Balanga.
Balanga in February80March34° · Sea 28° · 7.4 h
In March, Balanga is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 31 mm in total. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Balanga.
Balanga in March72April35° · Sea 29° · 7.8 h
In April, Balanga is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 31 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Balanga.
Balanga in April54May35° · Sea 30° · 6.6 h
In May, Balanga is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 30.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. It rains often – on about 18 days, adding up to 137 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Balanga.
Balanga in May59June33° · Sea 30° · 5.7 h
In June, Balanga is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 30.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 25 days, totalling 202 mm. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Balanga.
Balanga in June60July32° · Sea 30° · 4.4 h
In July, Balanga is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 29 days, totalling 317 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Balanga.
Balanga in July62August31° · Sea 29° · 4.1 h
In August, Balanga is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 29 days, totalling 273 mm. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Balanga.
Balanga in August61September32° · Sea 29° · 4.4 h
In September, Balanga is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 27 days, totalling 287 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Balanga.
Balanga in September62October32° · Sea 29° · 5.4 h
In October, Balanga is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 19 days, totalling 185 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Balanga.
Balanga in October75November32° · Sea 29° · 6.0 h
In November, Balanga is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 83 mm in total. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Balanga.
Balanga in November82December31° · Sea 28° · 5.8 h
In December, Balanga is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 94 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Balanga.
Balanga in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Balanga
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 24°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (22°), the warmest in May (26°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 358 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 90 | 31° | 22° | 26.9° | 6.6 h | 4 | 34 |
| FebruaryFeb | 87 | 32° | 22° | 26.8° | 6.9 h | 3 | 29 |
| MarchMar | 80 | 34° | 23° | 27.7° | 7.4 h | 4 | 31 |
| AprilApr | 72 | 35° | 25° | 29.0° | 7.8 h | 6 | 31 |
| MayMay | 54 | 35° | 26° | 30.0° | 6.6 h | 18 | 137 |
| JuneJun | 59 | 33° | 26° | 30.1° | 5.7 h | 25 | 202 |
| JulyJul | 60 | 32° | 25° | 29.5° | 4.4 h | 29 | 317 |
| AugustAug | 62 | 31° | 25° | 29.1° | 4.1 h | 29 | 273 |
| SeptemberSep | 61 | 32° | 25° | 29.3° | 4.4 h | 27 | 287 |
| OctoberOct | 62 | 32° | 24° | 29.0° | 5.4 h | 19 | 185 |
| NovemberNov | 75 | 32° | 24° | 28.6° | 6.0 h | 11 | 83 |
| DecemberDec | 82 | 31° | 23° | 27.8° | 5.8 h | 8 | 94 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Balanga
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 28.4 – 29.5 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Balanga ranges from 26.8 °C in February to 30.1 °C in June. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in June, while the air already peaks in April. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in June, eight out of ten years were between 29.4 and 30.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 26.9° | 26.4° | 27.4° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 26.8° | 26.3° | 27.3° | warm |
| MarchMar | 27.7° | 27.1° | 28.1° | warm |
| AprilApr | 29.0° | 28.3° | 29.6° | very warm |
| MayMay | 30.0° | 29.3° | 30.8° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 30.1° | 29.4° | 30.8° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 29.5° | 28.7° | 30.4° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 29.1° | 28.3° | 30.0° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.3° | 28.6° | 29.9° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.0° | 28.4° | 29.5° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 28.6° | 28.1° | 29.1° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 27.8° | 27.3° | 28.3° | warm |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Balanga
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 5.4 of 11.8 hours of daylight in Balanga, 46 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Balanga: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Balanga has about 19 rainy days with 185 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Balanga
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 11 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in August (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 20 min
- Olive skin
- about 30 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Balanga
How breezy and how cloudy Balanga is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Balanga typically peaks at 12 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 73 % of the sky over Balanga: mostly cloudy, with about 5.4 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Balanga
How often the day gets hot in Balanga (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Balanga has about 29 hot days, with an average daytime high of 32 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Balanga
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Balanga in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Balanga has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 86) and its weakest during May half-term (score 55).
- 74
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 35 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 55
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 34 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 61
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 4.2 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 62
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 5.4 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 86
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 13 h 25 min
- Distance
- 10,720 km
- Time zone
- UTC+8
- Jet lag
- About 7 days (7 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Philippines
- Currency
- Philippine Peso (PHP)
- Languages
- Filipino, English
- Sockets
- Type A, B, C · 220 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +63
- Emergency number
- 911
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
Storm season
Balanga lies in an area that Pacific typhoons can reach. The typhoon season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June: Season
- July: Season
- August: Peak
- September: Peak
- October: Peak
- November: Season
- December
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Balanga vs Lubao
In October the holiday weather in Balanga and Lubao is about equally good (score 62 vs 64). During the day it is about as warm in Lubao as in Balanga. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Balanga | Lubao |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 62 | 64 |
| Daytime high | 32° | 32° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 19 | 19 |
| Best time | Nov – Mar | Nov – Mar |
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Frequently asked questions about Balanga
When is the best time to visit Balanga?
The best time to visit Balanga is from November to March. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Balanga?
The sea temperature in Balanga ranges from 26.8 °C in February to 30.1 °C in June. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Balanga in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Balanga?
April is the warmest month, with average highs of 35 °C and nights around 25 °C. January is the coolest month at 31 °C.
When does it rain most in Balanga?
The rainy season is from June to October; the wettest month is July with 317 mm. The driest month is February with 29 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Balanga get?
Balanga gets around 2,160 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is April with 7.8 hours a day; in August there are 4.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Balanga in?
Balanga is on UTC+8 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Balanga?
A nonstop flight from London to Balanga takes about 13 h 25 min, for a straight-line distance of about 10,720 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is typhoon season in Balanga?
Balanga lies in an area that Pacific typhoons can reach. The typhoon season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Balanga?
Balanga has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 86) and its weakest during May half-term (score 55). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 74, May half-term 55, summer holidays 61, October half-term 62, Christmas holidays 86.