Merida, Philippines experiences average highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 21 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Merida, Philippines Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Merida, Philippines. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Nov 
Wetter season: Jun–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
3.1/10
Best: January, February
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 29°C / 25°C
Feels Like 35°C / 30°C
Rainy Days 21
Rainfall 222 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 83%
Wind Speed 14 km/h
Dew Point 24°C
Hottest Month
30°C
April
Avg Low26°C
Rain11days
Coldest Month
24°C
February
Avg High29°C
Rain14days
Driest Month
11days
April
Avg High30°C
Avg Low26°C
Windiest Month
16 km/h
February (Gusts 35)
Sea Temperature
28°C – 31°C
Warmest water: June (
30.7°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding May, June, July, August due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:21
Daylight 12.8h
Sunset 18:06
Live conditions—
Merida on the map · live conditions
Merida, Philippines
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Philippines
- City
- Merida
- Population
- 3.6K
- Coordinates
- 10.91°, 124.54°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 14 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 27 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 24 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 18 days/mo
2/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 28°C / 25°C . Feb: 29°C / 24°C . Mar: 30°C / 25°C . Apr: 30°C / 26°C . May: 30°C / 26°C . Jun: 30°C / 26°C . Jul: 29°C / 26°C . Aug: 29°C / 26°C . Sep: 29°C / 26°C . Oct: 29°C / 26°C . Nov: 29°C / 26°C . Dec: 29°C / 25°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 198 mm. Feb: 105 mm. Mar: 91 mm. Apr: 104 mm. May: 155 mm. Jun: 293 mm. Jul: 345 mm. Aug: 274 mm. Sep: 301 mm. Oct: 334 mm. Nov: 209 mm. Dec: 260 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 83%. Feb: 81%. Mar: 80%. Apr: 79%. May: 82%. Jun: 85%. Jul: 85%. Aug: 84%. Sep: 85%. Oct: 86%. Nov: 85%. Dec: 85%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 15 km/h . Feb: 16 km/h . Mar: 13 km/h . Apr: 12 km/h . May: 11 km/h . Jun: 11 km/h . Jul: 14 km/h . Aug: 15 km/h . Sep: 14 km/h . Oct: 13 km/h . Nov: 14 km/h . Dec: 15 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 11h. May: 11h. Jun: 10h. Jul: 9h. Aug: 9h. Sep: 9h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 9h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperature
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 29°C . Feb: 28°C . Mar: 29°C . Apr: 30°C . May: 30°C . Jun: 31°C . Jul: 31°C . Aug: 31°C . Sep: 30°C . Oct: 30°C . Nov: 30°C . Dec: 29°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 7. Feb: UV 7. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 8. Nov: UV 7. Dec: UV 7.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 86 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Apr 2025 · 30°C | Apr · 30°C |
| Coldest month | Feb 2025 · 25°C | Feb · 24°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 481 mm | Jul · 345 mm |
| Windiest month | Jul 2025 · 18 km/h | Feb · 16 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Wet 
February best
Fair March
Poor April
Poor May
Wet June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 28°C / 25°C | 33°C / 29°C | 18days (198 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 83% Humid | 6.8 High | Wet | View Details |
| February best | 29°C / 24°C | 34°C / 28°C | 14days (105 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 81% Humid | 7.3 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| March | 30°C / 25°C | 36°C / 29°C | 13days (91 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 80% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| April | 30°C / 26°C | 37°C / 31°C | 11days (104 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 79% Humid | 9 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| May | 30°C / 26°C | 38°C / 32°C | 19days (155 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 82% Humid | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 30°C / 26°C | 36°C / 31°C | 27days (293 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 85% Humid | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 29°C / 26°C | 35°C / 31°C | 27days (345 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 85% Humid | 7.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 29°C / 26°C | 36°C / 31°C | 26days (274 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 84% Humid | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 29°C / 26°C | 36°C / 31°C | 25days (301 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 85% Humid | 7.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 29°C / 26°C | 36°C / 31°C | 28days (334 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 29°C / 26°C | 35°C / 30°C | 20days (209 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 85% Humid | 6.9 High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 29°C / 25°C | 34°C / 30°C | 21days (260 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 85% Humid | 6.6 High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Merida are January, February, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Merida, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Merida is April, with average daytime highs of 30°C (87°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Merida is February, with average overnight lows of 24°C (76°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Merida is July, averaging 345mm of precipitation across 27 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Merida runs through October, June, July, August, with the heaviest rainfall in October. Based on 10-year averages for Merida.
Merida receives approximately 115 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is April with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Merida.
The least favorable months to visit Merida are May, June, July, August, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, February instead.
The annual average UV index in Merida is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Merida is 83%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Yes — sea temperatures in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December average 30°C (86°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Merida are 14 km/h (9 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 16 km/h (10 mph) (gusts up to 35 km/h / 22 mph).
Merida averages 0 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 77%. The clearest skies occur in April.
The annual average dew point in Merida is 24°C (75°F), which feels oppressively humid. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Merida has a Tropical Rainforest climate, classified as Af under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Merida ranges from 30°C (86°F) to 35°C (95°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
June is not the best time to visit Merida, with a climate score of 2.1/10. Consider visiting during January, February instead for better conditions.
For June in Merida, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 30°C (85°F) and 27 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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