BugsukWhen to Go
Best Time to Visit Bugsuk#
November-April is the most reliable window for travel and boat transfers.
Dry season (Nov-Apr)
November-April · 24-32°C
Calmer seas and clearer water-best for island-hopping and diving.
Wet season (May-Oct)
May-October · 24-31°C
Heavier rains and possible transport cancellations; seas rougher.
Shoulder months (Oct-Nov)
October-November · 24-31°C
Variable; may see fewer tourists but weather can be unpredictable.
Weather & Climate near Bugsuk#
Climate
Bugsuk's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 24°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1811 mm/year), wettest in December.
Air Quality:
AQI 52
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
FebruaryMarchApril
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
24°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 24° - 29° | 27° | 148 mm | overcast | 81% | 2.5 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.6h |
| February | Excellent | 24° - 30° | 27° | 47 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 2.4 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 11.7h |
| March | Excellent | 24° - 31° | 30° | 68 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.7 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Very Good | 25° - 32° | 32° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 1.8 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.2h |
| May | Good | 25° - 32° | 32° | 117 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 1.7 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.4h |
| June | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 31° | 151 mm | overcast | 80% | 1.8 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.5h |
| July | Good | 24° - 31° | 31° | 146 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.2 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.4h |
| August | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 31° | 148 mm | overcast | 82% | 1.8 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.3h |
| September | Good | 24° - 31° | 30° | 160 mm | overcast | 82% | 1.8 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.1h |
| October | Good | 24° - 30° | 30° | 186 mm | overcast | 82% | 1.9 m/s | 2.0 very high | 11.8h |
| November | Good | 24° - 30° | 27° | 269 mm | overcast | 82% | 1.6 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.6h |
| December | Good | 24° - 29° | 27° | 319 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.0 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.5h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Bugsuk#
Visitors normally reach Bugsuk via boat from Balabac town; Balabac itself is accessible by ferry or plane connections from Puerto Princesa with further local arrangements required for island transfers.
Tips for Visiting Bugsuk#
- Bugsuk is remote-arrange transport through Balabac or Puerto Princesa operators
- Respect local communities and protected areas-some sites are off-limits to visitors to protect nesting sea turtles
- Bring malaria and sun protection measures and ensure vaccinations are up to date