Lake Caliraya Reservoir
Man-made reservoir in Laguna used for recreation
Carved into the Calabarzon hills, Lake Caliraya is a man‑made reservoir known for wakeboarding, sport fishing and lakeside resorts with water‑sport operators.
Lake Caliraya at a Glance#
Admission: Boat hire and some activity fees apply; park facilities may charge small entrance fees
How to Get to Lake Caliraya#
About a 2-3 hour drive from Metro Manila depending on traffic; follow the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) then local provincial roads toward Lumban and around the reservoir. Local signage and small resorts provide directional cues.
Tips for Visiting Lake Caliraya#
- Time a trip for late afternoon winds if planning to windsurf or sail-Caliraya is known for reliable afternoon breezes.
- Hire a boat locally instead of launching an unfamiliar craft; hidden shoals exist near some shorelines.
- Combine with a visit to nearby scenic resorts or golf courses for a full-day outing.
Best Time to Visit Lake Caliraya#
December-May often brings the most comfortable weather for boating and sailing; afternoons can be windy and excellent for wind sports.
Weather & Climate near Lake Caliraya#
Lake Caliraya's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 20°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2259 mm/year), wettest in October.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 20° - 27° | 24° | 77 mm | overcast | 86% | 2.3 m/s | 1.5 very high | 11.3h |
| February | Excellent | 20° - 28° | 24° | 43 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 2.3 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.6h |
| March | Excellent | 21° - 29° | 25° | 47 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 1.9 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 11.9h |
| April | Excellent | 22° - 31° | 27° | 61 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 1.8 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.3h |
| May | Good | 23° - 31° | 30° | 152 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 1.5 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.7h |
| June | Good | 23° - 31° | 27° | 228 mm | overcast | 84% | 1.7 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.8h |
| July | Good | 23° - 30° | 26° | 288 mm | overcast | 87% | 1.7 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.8h |
| August | Good | 23° - 29° | 26° | 278 mm | overcast | 88% | 1.9 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.5h |
| September | Good | 23° - 29° | 26° | 286 mm | overcast | 88% | 1.5 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.1h |
| October | Good | 22° - 29° | 26° | 294 mm | overcast | 88% | 1.7 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.7h |
| November | Good | 22° - 28° | 25° | 283 mm | overcast | 89% | 1.7 m/s | 1.5 very high | 11.3h |
| December | Good | 21° - 27° | 24° | 222 mm | overcast | 89% | 2.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.2h |
