AI-generatedVigan at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Apr
- Warmest month
- May · 32°
- Warmest sea
- Jun · 30.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,300 h
- Rain a year
- 2,734 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+8
- Elevation
- 19 m
Climate in Vigan
Vigan 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 32 °C, while January is the coolest at 30 °C. With around 2,300 hours of sunshine a year, Vigan is sunny; April is the sunniest month with 8.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Vigan
The best time to visit Vigan is from December to April. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from December to March. The rainy season is from June to September; the wettest month is July with 614 mm.
Vigan through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Vigan in the dry season
Oct – May
Excellent
- 30–32 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 92 rainy days in all
Vigan in the rainy season
Jun – Sep
Good
- 30–32 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 113 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Dec – Mar
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Jun – Sep
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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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: December – 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 28°
- Midday, 13:00: about 31°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 30°
- Evening, 20:00: about 28°
- Night, 23:00: about 27°
05:5117:37
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 05:38–06:20 · evening 17:08–17:51
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:29–05:38 · evening 17:51–17:59
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 Vigan compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs stay at about 31° from start to end. The days get 0.5 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 31° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 25° | 25° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.5 h |
What is the weather like in Vigan in October?
In October, Vigan is hot: daytime highs average 31 °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 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 255 mm. On about 27 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 Vigan.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 46 min05:51 – 17:37
- UV index
- 10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 15 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 64 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 27 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+8offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %97 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %50 %
- 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 Vigan
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 Vigan: score 94 against 69. In February, days are 1 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 2 °C cooler in February. February has 17 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 69 | 94better |
| Daytime high | 31° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 25° | 23° |
| Sea | 29.3° | 27.1° |
| Sunshine | 6.0 h | 7.3 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 21 | 4better |
| Rainfall | 255 mm | 19 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 22better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Vigan month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
93January30° · Sea 27° · 6.9 h
In January, Vigan is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 26 mm in total. On about 17 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 Vigan.
Vigan in January94February30° · Sea 27° · 7.3 h
In February, Vigan is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 19 mm in total. On about 15 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 Vigan.
Vigan in February94March31° · Sea 28° · 8.0 h
In March, Vigan is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 25 mm. On about 26 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 Vigan.
Vigan in March82April32° · Sea 29° · 8.3 h
In April, Vigan is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 48 mm in total. 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 Vigan.
Vigan in April66May32° · Sea 30° · 6.7 h
In May, Vigan is hot: daytime highs average 32 °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 6.7 hours a day. It rains often – on about 23 days, adding up to 205 mm. On about 29 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 Vigan.
Vigan in May66June32° · Sea 30° · 5.9 h
In June, Vigan is hot: daytime highs average 32 °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 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 27 days, totalling 375 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 good month for a holiday in Vigan.
Vigan in June66July31° · Sea 30° · 4.8 h
In July, Vigan is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.8 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 29 days, totalling 614 mm. On about 25 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 Vigan.
Vigan in July64August30° · Sea 29° · 4.2 h
In August, Vigan is hot: daytime highs average 30 °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 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 29 days, totalling 593 mm. On about 20 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 Vigan.
Vigan in August67September31° · Sea 29° · 5.0 h
In September, Vigan is hot: daytime highs average 31 °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 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 28 days, totalling 424 mm. On about 22 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 Vigan.
Vigan in September69October31° · Sea 29° · 6.0 h
In October, Vigan is hot: daytime highs average 31 °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 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 255 mm. On about 27 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 Vigan.
Vigan in October76November31° · Sea 29° · 6.4 h
In November, Vigan is hot: daytime highs average 31 °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 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 107 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 Vigan.
Vigan in November85December31° · Sea 28° · 6.2 h
In December, Vigan is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 44 mm. On about 23 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 Vigan.
Vigan in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Vigan
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 25°. 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 (23°), 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 343 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 | 93 | 30° | 23° | 27.3° | 6.9 h | 4 | 26 |
| FebruaryFeb | 94 | 30° | 23° | 27.1° | 7.3 h | 4 | 19 |
| MarchMar | 94 | 31° | 24° | 27.7° | 8.0 h | 6 | 25 |
| AprilApr | 82 | 32° | 26° | 28.9° | 8.3 h | 12 | 48 |
| MayMay | 66 | 32° | 26° | 30.0° | 6.7 h | 23 | 205 |
| JuneJun | 66 | 32° | 26° | 30.1° | 5.9 h | 27 | 375 |
| JulyJul | 66 | 31° | 26° | 29.8° | 4.8 h | 29 | 614 |
| AugustAug | 64 | 30° | 25° | 29.4° | 4.2 h | 29 | 593 |
| SeptemberSep | 67 | 31° | 25° | 29.4° | 5.0 h | 28 | 424 |
| OctoberOct | 69 | 31° | 25° | 29.3° | 6.0 h | 21 | 255 |
| NovemberNov | 76 | 31° | 25° | 29.0° | 6.4 h | 14 | 107 |
| DecemberDec | 85 | 31° | 24° | 28.2° | 6.2 h | 8 | 44 |
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
17.57° N, 120.39° E · 19 m · Asia/Manila
Sea temperature in Vigan
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 28.8 – 29.9 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Vigan ranges from 27.1 °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 May. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in June, eight out of ten years were between 29.4 and 30.9 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 27.3° | 26.7° | 27.8° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 27.1° | 26.4° | 27.6° | warm |
| MarchMar | 27.7° | 27.2° | 28.4° | warm |
| AprilApr | 28.9° | 28.5° | 29.5° | warm |
| MayMay | 30.0° | 29.4° | 30.6° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 30.1° | 29.4° | 30.9° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 29.8° | 29.0° | 30.7° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 29.4° | 28.6° | 30.3° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.4° | 28.6° | 30.0° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.3° | 28.8° | 29.9° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 29.0° | 28.5° | 29.6° | very warm |
| DecemberDec | 28.2° | 27.5° | 28.8° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Vigan
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 6.0 of 11.8 hours of daylight in Vigan, 51 % 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 Vigan: 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, Vigan has about 21 rainy days with 255 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Vigan
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 Vigan
How breezy and how cloudy Vigan 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 Vigan typically peaks at 15 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 64 % of the sky over Vigan: variable cloud, with about 6.0 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 Vigan
How often the day gets hot in Vigan (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, Vigan has about 27 hot days, with an average daytime high of 31 °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 Vigan
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Vigan 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.
Vigan has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 89) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 65).
- 86
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
- 66
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 24 rainy days a month
- 65
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 4.4 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 69
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.0 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 89
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 6.6 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 5 min
- Distance
- 10,440 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
Vigan 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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Vigan vs Laoag
In October the holiday weather in Vigan and Laoag is about equally good (score 69 vs 66). During the day Laoag is 1 °C warmer than Vigan. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Vigan | Laoag |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 69 | 66 |
| Daytime high | 31° | 32° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 21 | 17 |
| Best time | Dec – Apr | Jan – Apr |
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Frequently asked questions about Vigan
When is the best time to visit Vigan?
The best time to visit Vigan is from December to April. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Vigan?
The sea temperature in Vigan ranges from 27.1 °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 Vigan in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Vigan?
May is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C and nights around 26 °C. January is the coolest month at 30 °C.
When does it rain most in Vigan?
The rainy season is from June to September; the wettest month is July with 614 mm. The driest month is February with 19 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Vigan get?
Vigan gets around 2,300 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is April with 8.3 hours a day; in August there are 4.2 hours a day.
What time zone is Vigan in?
Vigan is on UTC+8 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Vigan?
A nonstop flight from London to Vigan takes about 13 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 10,440 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is typhoon season in Vigan?
Vigan 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 Vigan?
Vigan has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 89) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 65). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 86, May half-term 66, summer holidays 65, October half-term 69, Christmas holidays 89.