Best Time to Visit Siquijor: Weather, Seasons & Events Guide
Plan your perfect Siquijor trip with our month-by-month guide. Weather patterns, festival dates, crowd levels, and the ideal time for your visit.
The Quick Answer
Best months: March to May
These months offer the best combination of dry weather, warm temperatures, and calmer seas. March is particularly special as it coincides with Aninag Festival (March 27-29, 2026).
Understanding Siquijor's Seasons
Dry Season (December - May)
Less rainfall, calmer seas, and sunny days. This is peak tourist season, especially January to April.
- Pros: Best weather, all activities available
- Cons: Higher prices, more crowded
Wet Season (June - November)
More frequent rainfall, though usually in short afternoon bursts. Seas can be rougher.
- Pros: Fewer tourists, lower prices, lush scenery
- Cons: Some activities may be affected, ferry delays possible
Month-by-Month Guide
January - February
Dry and pleasant. Cool mornings and evenings. Good time to visit but still considered peak season.
March - May
Hottest months but also the driest. March has Aninag Festival. Holy Week (April) brings the Healing Festival and many local visitors.
June - August
Southwest monsoon brings afternoon rains. Mornings are often clear. Good for budget travelers avoiding crowds.
September - November
Wettest months with occasional typhoons passing nearby. Lowest prices but weather can be unpredictable.
December
Transition to dry season. Holiday crowds begin arriving mid-month.
Festival Calendar
- March 27-29: Aninag Festival - Art, music, and community
- Holy Week (April): Healing Festival - Mananambal gathering
- May 15: San Isidro Labrador Fiesta (Lazi)
- Various dates: Town fiestas throughout the year
Activities by Season
Best in Dry Season
- Beach activities
- Island hopping
- Diving (best visibility)
- Hiking
Possible Year-Round
- Waterfall visits (actually better after rain)
- Cultural sites
- Cave exploration
- Motorbike touring (with rain gear)
Our Recommendations
- First-time visitors: March - May for guaranteed good weather
- Budget travelers: June - July for lower prices with manageable weather
- Festival lovers: Late March for Aninag, Holy Week for Healing Festival
- Divers: March - June for best visibility
- Avoiding crowds: September - November (check weather forecasts)
Planning for Aninag Festival 2026?
Join us March 27-29, 2026 for a celebration of art, music, and community in Siquijor.
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