Palawan gets busiest in April and May. Crowd levels ease off outside that window, so you can time a trip around the peak.

When is the best time to visit Palawan?

For thinner crowds, visit Palawan in July, August, and September, when travel demand is at its lowest.

When is Palawan least crowded?

Palawan is least crowded in July, August, and September.

island · Philippines · 10.21°N 118.99°E

Best time to visit Palawan (and when it is crowded)

Palawan is a island destination in Philippines. Its peak season is April and May, and it is least crowded in July, August, and September. Here is how busy it gets across the year, so you can pick the right time to go.

Crowd levels by month

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Mar

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May

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Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

QuietModerateBusyVery BusyPacked

Busiest months

April and May

Quietest months

July, August, and September

Palawan month by month

How crowded Palawan gets in each month, so you can pick a quieter time to visit.

Palawan in January: Moderate
Palawan in February: Moderate
Palawan in March: Moderate
Palawan in April: Moderate
Palawan in May: Busy
Palawan in June: Quiet
Palawan in July: Quiet
Palawan in August: Quiet
Palawan in September: Quiet
Palawan in October: Quiet
Palawan in November: Moderate
Palawan in December: Moderate

A typical year, week by week

Quieter alternatives

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🇦🇺 Rottnest Island

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Common questions

Is Palawan busy?: Palawan gets busiest in April and May. Crowd levels ease off outside that window, so you can time a trip around the peak.
When is the best time to visit Palawan?: For thinner crowds, visit Palawan in July, August, and September, when travel demand is at its lowest.
When is Palawan least crowded?: Palawan is least crowded in July, August, and September.

Estimates based on seasonal travel-demand modelling, not live visitor counts.

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