Manila · January
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 84°F, dipping to 73°F at night. Humidity averages 78% — the limiting factor on most runs. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
Avg high / low
84° / 73°F
Humidity
78%
Rain days
14/mo
Wind
10 mph
What January feels like in Manila
Sunrise
06:24
Mid-month average
Sunset
17:46
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Manila in January
The kit for January in Manila: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
January vs the surrounding months
vs December
-1° avg high
-7 rain days
Manila in December →
January
84°F avg high
14 rain days
Best: morning
vs February
-2° avg high
+2 rain days
Manila in February →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Manila in January?+
Morning. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
What's the average temperature in Manila in January?+
Average high 84°F, average low 73°F.
How does January compare to surrounding months in Manila?+
Compared to December (avg high 85°F), January is cooler. Compared to February (avg high 85°F), January is cooler.
Does it rain often in Manila in January?+
Expect about 14 measurable rain days in January, on average.