Back to destinations
AI-generated illustrative scene; not a photograph of this destination
AI-generated
Philippines

Isabela weather & best time to visit

Sun, sea & sand

Isabela at a glance

Best time
All year
Warmest month
Apr · 33°
Warmest sea
Jun · 29.0°
Sunshine a year
2,330 h
Rain a year
2,082 mm
Climate
Tropical
Time zone
UTC+8
Elevation
10 m

Climate in Isabela

Isabela 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 33 °C, while July is the coolest at 32 °C. With around 2,330 hours of sunshine a year, Isabela is sunny; April is the sunniest month with 7.5 hours a day.

Holiday weather through the year

Best time to visit

Best time to visit Isabela

The best time to visit Isabela is all year round. The sea reaches 29.0 °C in June, but frequent rain gets in the way of a classic beach holiday. In April it can get very hot, with highs of up to 33 °C. The wettest month is June with 227 mm of precipitation.

Isabela through the seasons

How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.

Isabela in spring

Mar – May

65

Good

  • 33 °C by day
  • Sea 29 °C
  • 7.1 h of sun a day
  • 68 rainy days in all

Isabela in summer

Jun – Aug

65

Good

  • 32 °C by day
  • Sea 29 °C
  • 5.9 h of sun a day
  • 78 rainy days in all

Isabela in autumn

Sep – Nov

64

Good

  • 32 °C by day
  • Sea 29 °C
  • 5.9 h of sun a day
  • 75 rainy days in all

Isabela in winter

Dec – Feb

68

Good

  • 32 °C by day
  • Sea 28 °C
  • 6.6 h of sun a day
  • 57 rainy days in all

Which month for what?

Beach & swimming

No month

Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry

Sightseeing & hiking

No month

15–28 °C and not too much rain

Peak heat

Apr

Highs of 33 °C or more

Rainy months

All year

Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days

Find your perfect month

Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Isabela for you.

Swimming in the sea
Sunshine
Little rain

Your best months: January – February, August

Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.

Your holiday weather, at a glance

Weather in October

Weather in October

64

Holiday weather in October

Good

Best time to visit: all year

Keep in mindFrequent rain

A typical day in October

  1. Morning, 08:00: about 28°
  2. Midday, 13:00: about 32°
  3. Afternoon, 16:00: about 31°
  4. Evening, 20:00: about 28°
  5. Night, 23:00: about 26°

05:3817:37

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 05:25–06:06 · evening 17:09–17:50
Blue hour
Morning 05:17–05:25 · evening 17:50–17:58

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 Isabela compared with home

Home:

Loading the climate at home …

Early or late October?

In October, daytime highs stay at about 32° from start to end.

Early or late October?
October1 Oct31 Oct
Daytime high32°32°
Night-time low24°24°
Sea29°29°
Daylight12.1 h11.9 h

What is the weather like in Isabela in October?

In October, Isabela is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 226 mm. On about 30 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 Isabela.

More details for October

Daylight
11 h 59 min05:38 – 17:37
UV index
13 · 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
84 %on averageAll months
Hot days
30 days30 °C or moreAll months
Time zone
UTC+8offset from UTC

How the score comes together

  • Temperatureweight 35 %86 %
  • Seaweight 25 %100 %
  • Sunshineweight 20 %47 %
  • 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 Isabela

Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.

vs

February has the better holiday weather in Isabela: score 71 against 64. Daytime highs are about the same. The sea is 1 °C cooler in February. February has 11 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in February.

October vs February, Isabela
MonthOctoberFebruary
Holiday weather score6471better
Daytime high32°32°
Night-time low24°24°
Sea28.9°28.0°
Sunshine5.8 h7.0 hbetter
Rainy days2615better
Rainfall226 mm101 mmbetter
Muggy days3128better

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Isabela month by month

The typical weather for every month at a glance.

66January32° · Sea 28° · 6.4 h

In January, Isabela is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 19 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, January is a good month for a holiday in Isabela.

Isabela in January
71February32° · Sea 28° · 7.0 h

In February, Isabela is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 101 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Isabela.

Isabela in February
66March33° · Sea 28° · 7.4 h

In March, Isabela is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 122 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Isabela.

Isabela in March
65April33° · Sea 29° · 7.5 h

In April, Isabela is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. It rains often – on about 23 days, adding up to 137 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 Isabela.

Isabela in April
63May33° · Sea 29° · 6.5 h

In May, Isabela is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 191 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Isabela.

Isabela in May
63June32° · Sea 29° · 5.6 h

In June, Isabela is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 227 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Isabela.

Isabela in June
65July32° · Sea 29° · 5.7 h

In July, Isabela is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 216 mm. On about 30 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 Isabela.

Isabela in July
66August32° · Sea 29° · 6.3 h

In August, Isabela is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 25 days, adding up to 194 mm. On about 30 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 Isabela.

Isabela in August
64September32° · Sea 29° · 6.0 h

In September, Isabela is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 186 mm. On about 29 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 Isabela.

Isabela in September
64October32° · Sea 29° · 5.8 h

In October, Isabela is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 226 mm. On about 30 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 Isabela.

Isabela in October
64November32° · Sea 29° · 6.0 h

In November, Isabela is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 25 days, adding up to 195 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Isabela.

Isabela in November
66December32° · Sea 29° · 6.5 h

In December, Isabela 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. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. It rains often – on about 23 days, adding up to 150 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Isabela.

Isabela in December

Climate in detail

Climate through the year

Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.

Best time to visit

Nights and sleep in Isabela

How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.

  • 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 (24°), the warmest in May (25°). 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 365 days a year.

Temperatures through the year

Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.

OctoberDay 32°Night 24°Sea 29°
DayNightSea
MonthScoreDayNightSeaSunRain daysRain mm
JanuaryJan6632°24°28.1°6.4 h19137
FebruaryFeb7132°24°28.0°7.0 h15101
MarchMar6633°24°28.2°7.4 h19122
AprilApr6533°25°28.6°7.5 h23137
MayMay6333°25°28.9°6.5 h26191
JuneJun6332°25°29.0°5.6 h26227
JulyJul6532°25°28.7°5.7 h26216
AugustAug6632°25°28.7°6.3 h25194
SeptemberSep6432°25°28.8°6.0 h24186
OctoberOct6432°24°28.9°5.8 h26226
NovemberNov6432°24°28.9°6.0 h25195
DecemberDec6632°24°28.6°6.5 h23150

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

6.70° N, 121.97° E · 10 m · Asia/Manila

Swimming calendar

Sea temperature in Isabela

Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.

Sea in October28.9°Cwarm

8 in 10 years: 28.5 – 29.4 °C

Swimming season: all year

  • cold
  • fresh
  • refreshing
  • pleasant
  • warm
  • very warm
OctoberMean sea temperature 28.9°8 in 10 years 28.5° – 29.4°
20°
Mean sea temperature8 in 10 years20 °C – comfortable for swimming

The sea temperature in Isabela ranges from 28.0 °C in February to 29.0 °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 28.5 and 29.4 °C.

Sea temperature by month
MonthAverageCool yearWarm yearFeels
JanuaryJan28.1°27.4°28.6°warm
FebruaryFeb28.0°27.3°28.5°warm
MarchMar28.2°27.6°28.7°warm
AprilApr28.6°28.2°29.1°warm
MayMay28.9°28.4°29.4°warm
JuneJun29.0°28.5°29.4°very warm
JulyJul28.7°28.3°29.1°warm
AugustAug28.7°28.3°29.3°warm
SeptemberSep28.8°28.3°29.4°warm
OctoberOct28.9°28.5°29.4°warm
NovemberNov28.9°28.6°29.3°warm
DecemberDec28.6°28.1°29.0°warm
Sunshine

Sunshine hours in Isabela

Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.

Per year
2,330 hours
Sunniest month
Apr · 7.5 h a day
Least sunshine
Jun · 5.6 h a day
OctoberSunshine 5.8 hDaylight 12.0 hShare of daylight 48 %
SunshineDaylight

In October, the sun shines for about 5.8 of 12.0 hours of daylight in Isabela, 48 % 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 Isabela: 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.

Per year
2,082 mm on 278 days
Wettest month
Jun · 227 mm
Driest month
Feb · 101 mm
OctoberRainy days 26Rainfall 226 mm

In October, Isabela has about 26 rainy days with 226 mm of rain in total.

Sun protection

UV index in Isabela

How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.

Clear-sky UV in October
13 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.

The sun is strongest in April (UV 14).

Minutes until sunburn in October

Very fair skin
about 10 min
Fair skin
about 15 min
Light brown skin
about 20 min
Olive skin
about 25 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 Isabela

How breezy and how cloudy Isabela 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.

Year average
12 km/h · gentle breeze
Windiest month
Aug · 14 km/h
Calmest month
Apr · 10 km/h
OctoberWind 12 km/hBeaufort 3
20
WindBeaufort 4

In October, the wind in Isabela 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.

Year average
79 % · mostly cloudy
Clearest month
Mar · 67 %
Cloudiest month
Jul · 88 %
OctoberCloud cover 84 %Sunshine 5.8 h

In October, cloud covers on average 84 % of the sky over Isabela: mostly overcast, with about 5.8 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 Isabela

How often the day gets hot in Isabela (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.

Hot days a year
360 days
Hottest month
Apr · 33 °C
Hot months
All year

Heat calendar

  • pleasant
  • some hot or muggy days
  • often muggy
  • often hot
  • hot and muggy
OctoberHot days (30 °C+) 30Daytime high 32 °C

In October, Isabela has about 30 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 Isabela

Weather for your travel dates

Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.

Isabela 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.

Isabela has similar weather in all school holidays (scores 63 to 66).

  • Easter holidays

    Mar – Apr

    65

    Good

    • 33 °C by day
    • Sea 28 °C
    • 7.5 h of sun a day
    • 22 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Peak heat, Frequent rain

  • May half-term

    May – Jun

    63

    Good

    • 33 °C by day
    • Sea 29 °C
    • 6.3 h of sun a day
    • 26 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Frequent rain

  • Summer holidays

    Jul – Aug

    66

    Good

    • 32 °C by day
    • Sea 29 °C
    • 6.1 h of sun a day
    • 26 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Frequent rain

  • October half-term

    Oct

    64

    Good

    • 32 °C by day
    • Sea 29 °C
    • 5.8 h of sun a day
    • 26 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Frequent rain

  • Christmas holidays

    Dec – Jan

    66

    Good

    • 32 °C by day
    • Sea 28 °C
    • 6.5 h of sun a day
    • 21 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Frequent rain

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Getting there

Flying from

Nonstop flight
about 14 h 25 min
Distance
11,550 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.

Compare & alternatives

Compare

Isabela compared

Put Isabela side by side with another destination.

Nearby:
Compare with home:

Isabela vs Zamboanga

In October the holiday weather in Isabela and Zamboanga is about equally good (score 64 vs 60). During the day Zamboanga is 1 °C warmer than Isabela. The sea is about equally warm.

Isabela vs Zamboanga, in October
in OctoberIsabelaZamboanga
Holiday weather score6460
Daytime high32°33°
Sea29°29°
Sunshine6 h6 h
Rainy days2628
Best timeAll yearJun – Aug, Oct, Dec – Apr

Through the year

OctoberIsabela 32°Zamboanga 33°
IsabelaZamboanga
Go to Zamboanga
Ranking

Philippines in October: the best places

In October, Isabela ranks 10 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.

  1. Bantayan31°29°69
  2. 2Coron30°29°69
  3. 3Boac30°29°69
  4. 4Romblon31°29°68
  5. 5Dipolog31°29°67
  6. 6Tagbilaran31°29°67
  7. 7Boracay30°29°67
  8. 8Dumaguete31°29°66
  9. 10IsabelaThis page32°29°64
All destinations: Philippines

Near Isabela

Other destinations close by.

Places with a climate like Isabela

Destinations whose weather through the year is closest to Isabela's – good alternatives.

  1. 84 % similar28Puerto PrincesaPhilippines32°29°Best time: Feb
  2. 82 % similar65KororPalau32°30°Best time: all year
  3. 81 % similar67TagbilaranPhilippines31°29°Best time: all year
  4. 81 % similar23MalaccaMalaysia32°30°Best time: Feb

Frequently asked questions about Isabela

When is the best time to visit Isabela?

The best time to visit Isabela is all year round. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.

How warm is the sea in Isabela?

The sea temperature in Isabela ranges from 28.0 °C in February to 29.0 °C in June. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.

Can you swim in Isabela in October?

Yes. In October the sea averages 28.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.

What is the warmest month in Isabela?

April is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 25 °C. July is the coolest month at 32 °C.

When does it rain most in Isabela?

The wettest month is June with 227 mm of precipitation. The driest month is February with 101 mm.

How many hours of sunshine does Isabela get?

Isabela gets around 2,330 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is April with 7.5 hours a day; in June there are 5.6 hours a day.

What time zone is Isabela in?

Isabela is on UTC+8 all year.

How long is the flight from London to Isabela?

A nonstop flight from London to Isabela takes about 14 h 25 min, for a straight-line distance of about 11,550 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.

Which school holidays are best for Isabela?

Isabela has similar weather in all school holidays (scores 63 to 66). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 65, May half-term 63, summer holidays 66, October half-term 64, Christmas holidays 66.