AI-generatedLaoag at a glance
- Best time
- Jan – Apr
- Warmest month
- May · 34°
- Warmest sea
- Jun · 30.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,330 h
- Rain a year
- 2,165 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+8
- Elevation
- 15 m
Climate in Laoag
Laoag has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. May is the warmest month with average highs of 34 °C, while January is the coolest at 31 °C. With around 2,330 hours of sunshine a year, Laoag is sunny; April is the sunniest month with 8.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Laoag
The best time to visit Laoag is from January to April. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from February to April. From April to June it can get very hot, with highs of up to 34 °C. The rainy season is from June to September; the wettest month is July with 391 mm.
Laoag through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Laoag in the dry season
Oct – May
Good
- 31–34 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 101 rainy days in all
Laoag in the rainy season
Jun – Sep
Good
- 32–33 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 6.0 h of sun a day
- 97 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Feb – Apr
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Apr – Jun
Highs of 33 °C or more
Rainy months
Jun – Sep
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: January – March
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: January – April
October is the peak of the typhoon season Hurricane season
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 27°
- Midday, 13:00: about 32°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 31°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 26°
05:5117:36
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 05:37–06:20 · evening 17:07–17:49
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:29–05:37 · evening 17:49–17:58
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 Laoag 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 0.5 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 32° | 32° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 23° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.5 h |
What is the weather like in Laoag in October?
In October, Laoag is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 208 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 Laoag.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 45 min05:51 – 17:36
- UV index
- 10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 23 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 61 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 29 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+8offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %81 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %53 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %8 %
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 Laoag
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
February has the better holiday weather in Laoag: score 85 against 66. In February, days are 1 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 2 °C cooler in February. February has 9 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 66 | 85better |
| Daytime high | 32° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 20° |
| Sea | 28.8° | 26.4° |
| Sunshine | 6.2 h | 6.7 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 17 | 8better |
| Rainfall | 208 mm | 44 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 20better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Laoag month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
77January31° · Sea 27° · 5.8 h
In January, Laoag is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 64 mm in total. On about 22 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 Laoag.
Laoag in January85February31° · Sea 26° · 6.7 h
In February, Laoag is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 26.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 44 mm. On about 22 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 Laoag.
Laoag in February84March33° · Sea 27° · 7.7 h
In March, Laoag is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 25 mm. On about 29 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 Laoag.
Laoag in March80April34° · Sea 29° · 8.3 h
In April, Laoag is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 30 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Laoag.
Laoag in April60May34° · Sea 30° · 7.3 h
In May, Laoag is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. It rains often – on about 18 days, adding up to 154 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 good month for a holiday in Laoag.
Laoag in May62June33° · Sea 30° · 7.0 h
In June, Laoag is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 30.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 24 days, totalling 271 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Laoag.
Laoag in June63July32° · Sea 30° · 6.0 h
In July, Laoag is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.8 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 26 days, totalling 391 mm. On about 29 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 Laoag.
Laoag in July64August32° · Sea 29° · 5.2 h
In August, Laoag is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 25 days, totalling 354 mm. On about 27 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 Laoag.
Laoag in August65September32° · Sea 29° · 5.8 h
In September, Laoag is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 22 days, totalling 320 mm. On about 27 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 Laoag.
Laoag in September66October32° · Sea 29° · 6.2 h
In October, Laoag is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 208 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 Laoag.
Laoag in October68November32° · Sea 28° · 5.8 h
In November, Laoag is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 164 mm. On about 26 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 Laoag.
Laoag in November67December31° · Sea 27° · 4.9 h
In December, Laoag is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 141 mm. On about 22 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 30 km/h. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Laoag.
Laoag in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Laoag
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 (20°), the warmest in June (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 333 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 | 77 | 31° | 20° | 26.7° | 5.8 h | 12 | 64 |
| FebruaryFeb | 85 | 31° | 20° | 26.4° | 6.7 h | 8 | 44 |
| MarchMar | 84 | 33° | 22° | 27.2° | 7.7 h | 6 | 25 |
| AprilApr | 80 | 34° | 24° | 28.5° | 8.3 h | 7 | 30 |
| MayMay | 60 | 34° | 25° | 29.9° | 7.3 h | 18 | 154 |
| JuneJun | 62 | 33° | 25° | 30.2° | 7.0 h | 24 | 271 |
| JulyJul | 63 | 32° | 25° | 29.8° | 6.0 h | 26 | 391 |
| AugustAug | 64 | 32° | 25° | 29.4° | 5.2 h | 25 | 354 |
| SeptemberSep | 65 | 32° | 24° | 29.3° | 5.8 h | 22 | 320 |
| OctoberOct | 66 | 32° | 24° | 28.8° | 6.2 h | 17 | 208 |
| NovemberNov | 68 | 32° | 23° | 28.3° | 5.8 h | 15 | 164 |
| DecemberDec | 67 | 31° | 22° | 27.3° | 4.9 h | 17 | 141 |
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
18.20° N, 120.60° E · 15 m · Asia/Manila
Sea temperature in Laoag
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 28.1 – 29.6 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Laoag ranges from 26.4 °C in February to 30.2 °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 May. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in June, eight out of ten years were between 29.3 and 31.0 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 26.7° | 26.0° | 27.2° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 26.4° | 25.7° | 27.2° | warm |
| MarchMar | 27.2° | 26.5° | 28.0° | warm |
| AprilApr | 28.5° | 27.8° | 29.3° | warm |
| MayMay | 29.9° | 29.1° | 30.5° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 30.2° | 29.3° | 31.0° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 29.8° | 28.9° | 30.7° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 29.4° | 28.7° | 30.3° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.3° | 28.7° | 30.0° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 28.8° | 28.1° | 29.6° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 28.3° | 27.6° | 28.9° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 27.3° | 26.4° | 28.1° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Laoag
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 6.2 of 11.8 hours of daylight in Laoag, 53 % 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 in Laoag: 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, Laoag has about 17 rainy days with 208 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Laoag
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 10 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in May (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 25 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 and clouds in Laoag
How breezy and how cloudy Laoag 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 Laoag typically peaks at 23 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Oct – Mar.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 61 % of the sky over Laoag: variable cloud, with about 6.2 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 and humidity in Laoag
How often the day gets hot in Laoag (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, Laoag 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 Laoag
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Laoag 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.
Laoag has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 81) and its weakest during May half-term (score 60).
- 81
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
ExcellentBest holidays
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 60
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 34 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 64
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.5 h of sun a day
- 26 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 66
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 72
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 5.4 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 13 h
- Distance
- 10,400 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.
Storm season
Laoag 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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Laoag vs Vigan
In October the holiday weather in Laoag and Vigan is about equally good (score 66 vs 69). During the day Vigan is 1 °C cooler than Laoag. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Laoag | Vigan |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 66 | 69 |
| Daytime high | 32° | 31° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 17 | 21 |
| Best time | Jan – Apr | Dec – Apr |
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- 5Baler31°29°68
- 6Romblon31°29°68
- 7Puerto Galera31°29°67
- 8Boracay30°29°67
- 9LaoagThis page32°29°66
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Frequently asked questions about Laoag
When is the best time to visit Laoag?
The best time to visit Laoag is from January to April. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Laoag?
The sea temperature in Laoag ranges from 26.4 °C in February to 30.2 °C in June. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Laoag in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 28.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Laoag?
May is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C and nights around 25 °C. January is the coolest month at 31 °C.
When does it rain most in Laoag?
The rainy season is from June to September; the wettest month is July with 391 mm. The driest month is March with 25 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Laoag get?
Laoag gets around 2,330 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is April with 8.3 hours a day; in December there are 4.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Laoag in?
Laoag is on UTC+8 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Laoag?
A nonstop flight from London to Laoag takes about 13 h, for a straight-line distance of about 10,400 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is typhoon season in Laoag?
Laoag 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 Laoag?
Laoag has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 81) and its weakest during May half-term (score 60). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 81, May half-term 60, summer holidays 64, October half-term 66, Christmas holidays 72.