The Philippines has a tropical and maritime climate characterized by high temperatures, humidity, and rainfall, with two main seasons: a wet season (June to November) and a dry season (December to May).
The Philippines experiences a humid equatorial climate, with generally high temperatures (averaging around 27°C) and high humidity (around 82%).
The hottest months are typically April and May, while the coolest are December, January, and February.
The average annual rainfall is approximately 2,348 millimeters, but this varies geographically, with some areas receiving significantly more or less.
December to May, with the driest months being March and April.
June to November, with the heaviest rainfall occurring during the southwest monsoon (July to September).
The average monthly relative humidity varies between 71% in March and 85% in September.
The Philippines is influenced by both the southwest monsoon (summer) and the northeast monsoon (winter), which affect rainfall patterns.
The country is also susceptible to tropical cyclones (typhoons) that can cause significant damage, especially during the rainy season.
The Philippines is particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, including rising temperatures, more frequent and intense extreme weather events, and sea-level rise.
The Modified Coronas Classification (MCC) is a traditional method for classifying Philippine climate zones using a rain-gauge network, defining four climate zones based on average monthly rainfall totals.
The Philippines is facing the impacts of climate change, including rising temperatures, stronger typhoons, and shifting rainfall patterns.
