El Nido-area ERA5 grid
Warm all year; rain varies by season
Daytime highNighttime low°C
Open-Meteo Archive · ERA5 · Open-Meteo ERA5 grid requested at 11.1950°N, 119.4111°E; returned 11.0°N, 119.5°E · 2015–2024.
Northern Palawan · Philippines
El Nido in February
El Nido in February: dry-season island trips, with boats and beaches at the centre.
February generally falls within Palawan’s drier season and is a popular time for island-hopping. El Nido town is the practical base for boat departures; Corong-Corong is calmer at sunset, while Nacpan is more remote. Confirm tour permits and sea conditions before departure.
- Daytime high
- 31°hot tropical afternoons
- Nighttime
- 25°warm evenings
- Wet days
- 8≥1 mm / day
- Relative budget
- Higher cost
- February timing
- Dry-season island tripsTour schedules are date-specific
Weather: Open-Meteo Archive · ERA5 · Open-Meteo ERA5 grid requested at 11.1950°N, 119.4111°E; returned 11.0°N, 119.5°E · 2015–2024. Not a forecast. See the annual view
February in context
The weather & the season
See where February sits, then plan for your exact week.
31°February high
Travel seasons
February in the year
Seasonal travel guidance, not measured visitor counts.
JanDry-season peak
FebDry-season peak
MarDry season
AprDry season
MayHot shoulder
JunSouthwest monsoon
JulSouthwest monsoon
AugSouthwest monsoon
SepRainy season
OctRainy season
NovDry season begins
DecPopular dry-season window
Love Philippines · Palawan season guide
The Philippines Department of Tourism describes Palawan’s November–May window as generally drier and December–February as a popular visitor period. This is a qualitative season guide, not a calm-sea guarantee; local authorities may stop boats.
Book licensed island-hopping trips
Confirm the required environmental fee, tour route and sea-condition cancellation terms with an accredited operator.
El Nido municipal governmentAllow time for airport transfers
Road transfers and flight schedules can change. Keep a buffer before ferries or onward flights.
Philippines Department of TourismMonthly figures & what they measure
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 30° | 25° | 12.4 |
| Feb | 31° | 25° | 7.8 |
| Mar | 32° | 26° | 7.5 |
| Apr | 33° | 26° | 10.1 |
| May | 33° | 27° | 22.9 |
| Jun | 31° | 26° | 28.2 |
| Jul | 31° | 25° | 27.9 |
| Aug | 31° | 26° | 25.4 |
| Sep | 31° | 25° | 27.3 |
| Oct | 31° | 25° | 28.7 |
| Nov | 31° | 26° | 22.8 |
| Dec | 30° | 26° | 19.8 |
Daily ERA5 maximum and minimum air temperatures were averaged by calendar month across 2015–2024. Wet days count daily precipitation totals of at least 1 mm; the listed value is the average count for that calendar month across ten years. Open-Meteo serves ERA5 on an approximately 0.25° grid; the returned grid point can differ from the requested coordinates. These are model reanalysis averages, not local station normals or forecasts. The model grid is coastal and cannot predict boat cancellations or conditions at individual lagoons. The Philippines Department of Tourism describes Palawan’s November–May window as generally drier and December–February as a popular visitor period. This is a qualitative season guide, not a calm-sea guarantee; local authorities may stop boats.
Towns, neighbourhoods & resort areas
El Nido area guide
Choose an area first, then compare its hotels.
Town, Corong-Corong and Nacpan have different transport trade-offs. A Nacpan stay is well north of the port; confirm airport or town transfers before you book.
El Nido at a glanceChoose a numbered place
Area centres are approximate geographic markers, not hotel entrances. Coastlines and land are generalized; this overview does not show streets or routes.
Natural Earth · public-domain geography
First visits and early island-hopping departures.
The compact town sits beside the port, with restaurants, shops and tour departures.- Beach & water
- Town beach and port views; boats are the main route to offshore swimming sites.
- Day to day
- Walk for central services; arrange transfers in advance for the airport or outlying beaches.
- February trade-off
- El Nido town is the main base for restaurants, tour departures and transport, with a busy waterfront.
Sunset views with a little distance from the busiest town centre.
A coastal strip just south of town with sunset views and resort properties along the bay.- Beach & water
- Shallow bay shore and beach access; check tides and the specific property’s waterfront.
- Day to day
- Use tricycles or arranged rides to the port and restaurants; confirm late-evening transport.
- February trade-off
- Corong-Corong has a quieter shoreline and sunset views, but you may need transport to town departures.
A beach-led stay with fewer town errands.
A long open beach well north of town with a smaller cluster of stays and food.- Beach & water
- Long sandy coastline, exposed to sea and weather conditions.
- Day to day
- The road journey from town is longer; confirm vehicle type, transfer price and return time.
- February trade-off
- Nacpan is a long beach stay away from town services; verify road access and transfer time.
Stay options for the season
Hotels for a February stay
Compare the pools, setting and seasonal details that matter.
Area view · El Nido townCentral town & rooftop1 El Nido town · Port town
H Hotel El Nido
A central town address and rooftop make early boat departures and February island-hopping days easier to arrange from the port area.
- Pool not listed on checked hotel page
- Travellers who want central restaurants and port access.
The compact centre can be lively, and the hotel does not replace a beach resort stay.
February details & sources
No pool is listed; check breakfast timing against tour check-in and book airport transport, since the main island-hopping port is in town.
H Hotel El NidoArea view · Corong-CorongCorong-Corong sunset stay2 Corong-Corong · Coastal village
Lime Resort El Nido
The outdoor pool gives a land-based option after a February boat cancellation, while Corong-Corong’s bay faces the sunset.
- Outdoor pool listed; heating not stated
- Travellers wanting a larger resort and pool.
It is outside the town port area, so plan the morning transfer.
February details & sources
Boat trips leave from town, not this bay; arrange the morning ride and check the pool’s hours and heating, which is not stated.
Lime Resort El NidoArea view · Nacpan BeachNacpan beachfront3 Nacpan Beach · Remote beach
Nacpan Beach Resort
A beachfront stay on remote Nacpan makes sense when the beach itself is the plan and town visits are occasional in the drier season.
- Pool not listed on checked property page
- Travellers prioritising beach time over port access.
Remote location means fewer nearby services and a longer trip to town.
February details & sources
The long road to town makes dawn tours, airport transfers and urgent errands less simple; settle utility, meal and cancellation terms before arrival.
Nacpan Beach ResortThese examples span a central full-service hotel, a larger Corong-Corong resort and a beach property at Nacpan. Seasonal rates vary sharply; compare exact transfer costs and cancellation rules, not just room rate. Facilities checked 2026-10-30. Research from official hotel pages, not personal reviews.
Before you travel
A few checks before El Nido
Philippine entry requirements, health guidance and sea activity rules depend on passport and route. Check current government notices and local conditions before departure.
Passport & arrival registration
Depends on nationality and route
Check visa-free eligibility or visa requirements for your passport, onward travel and length of stay. Use the official eTravel system if required and check any transit-country rules.
Health & medical evacuation
Review vaccines and island-care access
Ask a travel-health clinician about vaccines, mosquito protection and personal needs. El Nido is remote compared with a major city; check what medical cover and evacuation your policy provides.
Boat conditions & current advice
Tours may be suspended
Read current national and local advice, and insure boat trips, medical evacuation and disruption. Follow Coast Guard and municipal directions; a clear sky does not guarantee safe sea conditions.
Check the latest visa and eTravel rules for your passport and arrival route.
Visa-free stays, onward ticket requirements and eTravel steps depend on passport and trip details. Check the official government portals and your transit rules; confirm any current local permit requirements for El Nido tours.
Checked 29 October 2026. Recheck the linked authorities before departure. Health guidance is general; individual advice comes from a qualified health professional.
Before you book
A few February questions
February suits boat trips when sea conditions and local requirements line up.
Is February dry in El Nido?
It is generally within Palawan’s drier travel season, though showers and rough sea days remain possible.
Where should I stay for island-hopping?
El Nido town is most practical for tour departures. Corong-Corong is quieter; Nacpan is a remote beach stay.
Do boat tours run every day?
Operators may cancel or change routes for sea conditions or local restrictions. Confirm the current status and fees.
How much transfer time should I allow?
Road and flight schedules can shift. Keep a buffer before onward flights and confirm transfer time with your hotel.
Sources & checks
Weather, areas & hotels
- Open-Meteo Archive · ERA5
- Philippines Tourism · Palawan
- Philippines Bureau of Immigration
- CDC · Philippines health guidance
- FCDO · Philippines travel advice
- El Nido municipal government
- Philippines Department of Tourism
- Philippines Tourism · El Nido
- OpenStreetMap · El Nido town
- OpenStreetMap · Corong-Corong
- OpenStreetMap · Nacpan Beach
- H Hotel El Nido · official property page
- Lime Resort El Nido · official property page
- Nacpan Beach Resort · official property page
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