Weather in Iloilo

About Iloilo

This City of Love centers on Dinagyang Festival where performers in elaborate costumes dance to celebrate Ati-Atihan traditions honoring the Santo Niño. Heritage churches line the streets as testament to centuries of Spanish colonial influence, while bacolod sugar economy built grand mansions. The city pulses with cultural pride and festive energy.

Country

Philippines

Best months to visit

February

Currency

PHP

Language

Filipino, English

Things to do in Iloilo

Attend Dinagyang Festival dance performances Tour Spanish-era churches and cathedrals Visit Miag-ao Church UNESCO World Heritage site Explore ancestral houses museums Shop Iloilo terminal for handwoven fabrics Visit nearby islands for beach excursions

Weather by month

Click any month for detailed weather information and travel tips.

January

28C

Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.

Recommended

February

28C

Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.

March

30C

Hot and humid, with some rainy days.

April

31C

Hot and humid, with some rainy days.

May

31C

Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.

June

30C

Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.

July

29C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

August

29C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

September

29C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

October

29C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

November

29C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

December

29C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

Iloilo City, on the island of Panay, is a Spanish colonial-era trading hub known for its grand ancestral mansions along Calle Real, the baroque Miagao and Jaro churches (both UNESCO-recognised or nominated for their fortress-like design), and a food scene built around the city's famous batchoy noodle soup. It's also the jumping-off point for the white-sand beaches of nearby Guimaras Island.

Best areas to stay in Iloilo

Calle Real / City Proper

The historic commercial district with Spanish and American-era buildings and ancestral houses.

Jaro District

Home to Jaro Cathedral and a cluster of historic mansions, a short ride from the city centre.

Iloilo River Esplanade

A riverside promenade popular for walking, cycling and evening food stalls.

Guimaras Island (day trip)

A short ferry ride away, known for mango farms, beaches and a slower pace of life.

Getting to Iloilo

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Flights

Fly into Manila or Cebu, then take a domestic connection to Iloilo International Airport.

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From London

~16-18 hours direct London to Manila with a stopover, plus about 1-1.5 hours by domestic flight to Iloilo.

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Getting around

Jeepneys and tricycles cover the city; ferries from the wharf connect to Guimaras Island and other nearby ports.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get to Iloilo?

Iloilo International Airport has frequent domestic flights from Manila, Cebu and other major cities, plus ferry connections from nearby islands including Guimaras and Bacolod.

What is special about Miagao Church?

A UNESCO World Heritage-listed 18th-century church built in a fortress-like style with thick coral stone walls and an intricately carved facade blending religious and local motifs, located about an hour from Iloilo City.

What is Iloilo famous for food-wise?

Batchoy, a noodle soup with pork offal, crushed pork cracklings and a rich broth, said to have originated in Iloilo's La Paz district and now found across the Philippines.

Is Guimaras Island worth visiting from Iloilo?

Yes - a short ferry ride from Iloilo, Guimaras is known for its mangoes, quiet beaches and a more laid-back pace, popular as a day trip or overnight escape.

When is the best time to visit Iloilo?

January's Dinagyang Festival, a major religious and cultural celebration, is a highlight for those wanting a festival experience; otherwise the dry season (December-May) offers the best weather.

Traveler reviews

★★★★★

Visited during Dinagyang Festival and the street dancing and costumes were spectacular - book accommodation well ahead if you're coming for it.

Patricia G. · January 2024

★★★★☆

Miagao Church was an easy and worthwhile day trip from the city - that carved facade is something else up close. Had batchoy in La Paz afterwards, as recommended by locals.

Dave R. · March 2023

★★★★★

Took the ferry over to Guimaras for the day and it felt like a completely different pace of life - quiet beaches and the best mangoes I've ever had.

Mae S. · April 2024