Mounts-Palay-Palay-Mataas-Na-Gulod National Park

National Park National park protecting rugged peaks and forest ecosystems

A national park covering the Palay-Palay-Mataas-Na-Gulod ridge in the Philippines. Hikers visit for ridge trekking, coastal panoramas, caves and opportunities for multi-day camping.

Mounts-Palay-Palay-Mataas-Na-Gulod National Park
14.2500, 120.6667

How to Get to Mounts-Palay-Palay-Mataas-Na-Gulod National Park #

The park is reached by road from nearby towns in Cavite and Batangas provinces, typically via public jeepney, bus or private vehicle to trailhead access points. From Manila, allow a two- to three-hour drive depending on traffic; local tour operators provide transport and guided-trek options.

Tips for Visiting Mounts-Palay-Palay-Mataas-Na-Gulod National Park #

  • If hiking the park, bring insect repellent and rain gear-the area is tropical with sudden showers.
  • Plan for early starts to avoid midday heat on exposed ridgelines.
  • Hire a local guide for multi-day treks to navigate trails and to learn about local flora and fauna.

Best Time to Visit Mounts-Palay-Palay-Mataas-Na-Gulod National Park #

Visit in the dry season for safer trail conditions and clearer skies.

Dry season
November-April · 22-30°C (72-86°F)
Less rainfall and cooler nights-best for trekking and camping.
Wet season
May-October · 24-32°C (75-90°F)
Higher rainfall and humidity; trails can be slippery but forests are lush.

Weather & Climate near Mounts-Palay-Palay-Mataas-Na-Gulod National Park #

Climate

Mounts-Palay-Palay-Mataas-Na-Gulod National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 21°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2404 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 55 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
MarchFebruaryJanuary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
20°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 28°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.3h daylight

February

February is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 10 mm.

93 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 29°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.6h daylight

March

March is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 31°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

April

April is the hottest month, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 32°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (153 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

153 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.7h daylight

June

June is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). Heavy rain (311 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 30°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

311 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

July

July is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). Heavy rain (513 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 28°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

513 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

August

August is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (547 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
23° 28°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

547 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.5h daylight

September

September is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). Heavy rain (379 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

379 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

October

October is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (221 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

221 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

November

November is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (138 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 29°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

138 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.3h daylight

December

December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 28°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.2h daylight

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