The short answer
When to go to Bohol
February to May is the best window: Tagbilaran's climate figures show the lowest rainfall from February to April, and Wikivoyage places dolphin watching from March to June. May is hottest, so keep midday rests. Rain builds from June and peaks in October and November, when boat trips are more likely to be cancelled. Older travellers should avoid midday on the Chocolate Hills steps and book Holy Week, Christmas and New Year early.
Month by month
Bohol weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 23°C | 101 mm | Driest-ish and cooler; amihan breezes, some showers | |
| February | 32°C | 23°C | 80 mm | Among the driest months; good for beaches and dolphins | |
| March | 32°C | 23°C | 77 mm | Dry and sunny; dolphin season starts per Wikivoyage | |
| April | 33°C | 24°C | 68 mm | Driest month, hot; Holy Week crowds possible | |
| May | 34°C | 24°C | 82 mm | Hottest month; strong sun, midday rest needed | |
| June | 33°C | 24°C | 128 mm | Rainfall rises; showers on most days | |
| July | 33°C | 24°C | 127 mm | Wetter and humid; sea can be rough | |
| August | 33°C | 25°C | 116 mm | Unsettled weather; calm days alternate with rain | |
| September | 33°C | 24°C | 127 mm | Showery; check boat trips daily | |
| October | 32°C | 24°C | 176 mm | Rain increases; typhoon risk in the wider region | |
| November | 32°C | 24°C | 179 mm | One of the wettest months; fewer crowds | |
| December | 31°C | 23°C | 154 mm | Wet but festive; book early for Christmas |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Bohol seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: February, March and April
- February: Among the driest months; good for beaches and dolphins
- March: Dry and sunny; dolphin season starts per Wikivoyage
- April: Driest month, hot; Holy Week crowds possible
Good, with small trade-offs: January and May
- January: Driest-ish and cooler; amihan breezes, some showers
- May: Hottest month; strong sun, midday rest needed
Possible, with planning: June, July, August, September, October, November and December
- June: Rainfall rises; showers on most days
- July: Wetter and humid; sea can be rough
- August: Unsettled weather; calm days alternate with rain
- September: Showery; check boat trips daily
- October: Rain increases; typhoon risk in the wider region
- November: One of the wettest months; fewer crowds
- December: Wet but festive; book early for Christmas
Useful answers
Best time to visit Bohol: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Bohol?
February, March and April are the best months to visit Bohol, with January and May also good. February to May is the best window: Tagbilaran's climate figures show the lowest rainfall from February to April, and Wikivoyage places dolphin watching from March to June. May is hottest, so keep midday rests. Rain builds from June and peaks in October and November, when boat trips are more likely to be cancelled. Older travellers should avoid midday on the Chocolate Hills steps and book Holy Week, Christmas and New Year early.
When does it rain most in Bohol?
November is the wettest month, with about 179 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 34°C.