Apulit Island Island

Remote limestone island with lagoons and diving spots

Apulit Island in northern Palawan features limestone cliffs and an island resort; scuba divers and snorkelers visit for wall dives, coral gardens and sheltered lagoons.

Apulit Island at a Glance#

Address: Apulit Island, Taytay, Palawan, Philippines (private island resort)

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About Apulit Island#

Apulit Island is a small island in northern Palawan, Philippines, located within the coastal island groups off the province’s mainland. It is known for limestone cliffs, nearby coral reefs and marine activities such as snorkeling and diving.

The island has limited built development and is oriented toward visitors who access it by boat for day trips or stays at small-scale island accommodations. Natural features include clear nearshore waters and rock formations.

Apulit sits within Palawan’s coastal waters and is reached by boat from nearby ports on the Palawan coast.

  • Recreation and scenery: Part of northern Palawan’s island network, frequently visited for snorkeling, diving and limestone scenery.

Best Time to Visit Apulit Island#

Visit between December and May for the most reliable diving conditions and calmer seas.

Dry season (best for diving)
December-May · 24-31°C
Drier weather, clearer water and calmer seas - ideal for diving, snorkeling and island transfers.
Wet season
June-November · 24-31°C
More frequent heavy rain and rough seas; some activities and transfers may be disrupted.

Weather & Climate near Apulit Island#

Climate

Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 24°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2353 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 44 Good
Best Time to Visit
FebruaryJanuaryMarch
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
24°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Excellent 24° - 30° 30° 24 mm partly cloudy 80% 2.7 m/s 2.0 very high 11.5h
February Ideal 24° - 30° 30° 12 mm partly cloudy 78% 2.7 m/s 2.4 extreme 11.7h
March Excellent 24° - 31° 31° 13 mm some cloud 77% 2.5 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.0h
April Excellent 26° - 32° 33° 42 mm some cloud 74% 2.1 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.3h
May Good 25° - 32° 34° 173 mm partly cloudy 76% 1.9 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.5h
June Acceptable 25° - 31° 32° 292 mm overcast 80% 1.8 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.6h
July Good 25° - 31° 31° 431 mm overcast 82% 2.5 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.6h
August Good 24° - 30° 31° 414 mm overcast 82% 2.6 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.3h
September Good 24° - 31° 31° 376 mm overcast 82% 2.0 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.1h
October Good 24° - 31° 31° 268 mm overcast 82% 2.0 m/s 2.0 extreme 11.8h
November Good 24° - 31° 31° 208 mm partly cloudy 82% 1.9 m/s 1.9 very high 11.5h
December Very Good 24° - 30° 30° 100 mm partly cloudy 82% 2.4 m/s 1.8 very high 11.4h