MatabungkayMatabungkay is a beach village and resort area in the municipality of Lian, Batangas, in the Philippines, known for its long, gently sloping shoreline and resort facilities.
The beach is characterised by calm, shallow water close to shore and the long bamboo raft platforms that are set out parallel to the beach for sunbathing and swimming. The area is a longstanding weekend and holiday destination for residents of Metro Manila and nearby provinces.
The settlement developed as a local coastal resort and remains focused on beach recreation, small hotels, and day-trip tourism.
Matabungkay lies on the western coast of Batangas province on the island of Luzon.
- Location: Located in the municipality of Lian in Batangas province and known as a provincial beach resort popular with visitors from Metro Manila.
- Local highlight: Traditional shallow-water bamboo raft platforms are a distinctive local feature used for lounging and picnics close to shore.
Best Time to Visit Matabungkay#
Matabungkay is best in the dry season for guaranteed beach weather; long weekends and Holy Week bring the busiest crowds.
Weather & Climate near Matabungkay#
Matabungkay's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 34°C. Heavy rainfall (2153 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 22° - 30° | 26° | 21 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 2.6 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.3h |
| February | Ideal | 22° - 31° | 27° | 10 mm | some cloud | 80% | 2.5 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.6h |
| March | Excellent | 23° - 33° | 31° | 8 mm | mostly sunny | 76% | 2.6 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 11.9h |
| April | Excellent | 24° - 34° | 33° | 27 mm | mostly sunny | 72% | 2.9 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.3h |
| May | Good | 25° - 33° | 33° | 140 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.4 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.7h |
| June | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 32° | 281 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.3 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.8h |
| July | Good | 24° - 30° | 27° | 427 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.6 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.8h |
| August | Good | 24° - 30° | 27° | 456 mm | overcast | 87% | 2.6 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.5h |
| September | Good | 24° - 30° | 27° | 335 mm | overcast | 86% | 2.0 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.1h |
| October | Good | 24° - 30° | 27° | 236 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 1.9 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.7h |
| November | Very Good | 23° - 30° | 27° | 141 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 2.7 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.3h |
| December | Very Good | 22° - 30° | 26° | 71 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 2.9 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.2h |
How to Get to Matabungkay#
Matabungkay is in Lian, Batangas, about a 2-3 hour drive from Metro Manila depending on traffic. From Manila take the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) then follow the Tagaytay-Nasugbu or Lipa-Ternate routes toward Batangas and Lian. There are also occasional vans and buses that serve Batangas with connections onward to coastal barangays.
Tips for Visiting Matabungkay#
- If visiting from Manila, leave early to avoid traffic on the Mount Batangas route - the trip generally takes 2-3 hours depending on departure point.
- Check with local operators for availability of the traditional bamboo floats (rangeñas) and to time a sunset bamboo-raft ride.
- Many small resorts charge a modest cottage or day-use fee; ask ahead if planning to use hotel facilities.