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Manila in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Manila in March and see if it is worth visiting.
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March

Weather in Manila in March 2025

Good Weather
Hot
☁️
Cloudy
🌊
Warm water
Are you considering a trip to Manila in March? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +90°F and about 7 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 5 rainy days and 24 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+90°F
Avg. max. temperature
+66°F
Min.
+95°F
Max.
24 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
18 ⛅️
Cloudy
5 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Manila has good weather in March.

Average temperature in Manila in March

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Manila for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in March is +90°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +95°F during the day and a minimum of +72°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 15% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +88°F to +91°F.

Is Manila warm or cold in March?

Manila is typically hot in March.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +86°F to +90°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +75°F to +77°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

Take a look at how March is compared to other months in Manila:

Water temperature in Manila in March

Water in Manila in March is Warm. It varies from +80°F to +83°F, with an average of +81°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +90°F.

The water temperature in March is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Manila are reached in May, when the average sea temperature rises to +86°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +81°F.

Can you swim in Manila in March?

You can absolutely swim in Manila in March, the water is warm (+81°F in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.

Climate in Manila in March

Manila weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+86°F+90°F+91°F
Min. temperature
+68°F+66°F+64°F
Max. temperature
+93°F+95°F+100°F
Rainfall
20 mm24 mm18 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+81°F+81°F+83°F
Humidity
71%69%68%
Air pressure
1012 HPa1011 HPa1009 HPa
Sunny days
477
Cloudy days
201813
Rainy days
457
Snowy days
000

March weather is still as good as in February. It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +86°F to +90°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 20 mm to 24 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 71% to 69%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 3 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 4 to 7.

April brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Manila in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Manila is gradually increasing during March, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Manila based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in March stands at 3%, leading to total precipitation of around 2 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 1 mm, which is considered light rain. Manila is amazing in March with as little as 1 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Manila wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 52% chance of precipitation and 360 mm of rainfall per day. April, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 23% chance of precipitation and 18 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last March in Manila?

This is the weather in Manila in March 2023:
1 March
☀️
+87°F
2 March
☀️
+87°F
3 March
☀️
+88°F
4 March
☀️
+87°F
5 March
☀️
+88°F
6 March
☀️
+88°F
7 March
☀️
+87°F
8 March
☀️
+88°F
9 March
☀️
+88°F
10 March
☀️
+87°F
11 March
☀️
+86°F
12 March
☀️
+89°F
13 March
☀️
+85°F
14 March
☀️
+88°F
15 March
☀️
+89°F
16 March
☀️
+91°F
17 March
☀️
+88°F
18 March
☀️
+90°F
19 March
☀️
+91°F
20 March
☀️
+90°F
21 March
☀️
+90°F
22 March
☀️
+92°F
23 March
☀️
+95°F
24 March
☀️
+92°F
25 March
☀️
+93°F
26 March
☀️
+94°F
27 March
☀️
+94°F
28 March
☀️
+93°F
29 March
☁️
+91°F
30 March
☁️
+93°F
31 March
☀️
+91°F
In March 2023 Manila had 29 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +90°F, with an absolute maximum of +95°F and a minimum of +84°F. The average humidity was 70%, with a maximum of 88% and a minimum of 49%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Manila climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Manila in March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1986 (+86°F) and the highest in 2020 (+90°F). The driest year was 1987 with only 755 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 3498 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Manila in March:

Is March a good time to visit Manila?

March is a really good time to go to Manila. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Manila.

Can you sunbathe in Manila in March?

Absolutely, March is hot in Manila. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Can you swim in Manila in March?

Yes, you can swim in Manila in March, the water temperature averaging at +81°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.

Is Manila rainy in March?

Manila is usually dry in March. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Manila in March?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Manila in March, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Philippines

Check out the weather for other cities in Philippines.

Monthly weather in Manila

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Manila, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.