Baguio
Baguio is a mountain city in northern Luzon known as the country's summer capital, with cool air, pine trees and a slower pace than Manila.
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Baguio is a city in Benguet province, in the Cordillera mountains of northern Luzon in the Philippines. It sits at about 1,500 meters (roughly 5,000 feet) above sea level, which keeps its temperatures far cooler than the lowlands and the capital, Manila. American colonial administrators developed it as a hill station in the early 1900s, and its parks and hillside streets still show that planning.
Visitors come for the climate, the pine forests and the mountain views, along with Burnham Park and its lake, the public market and the strawberry and vegetable farms in the surrounding hills. Baguio suits a relaxed trip of two to four days, or a longer stay if you want to visit the farms and nearby towns. The dry season, roughly December to April, is the easiest time to visit, and the coolest nights come from December through February. Expect more rain from June to October.
Baguio in five
- Carry pesos for jeepneys and marketsMany jeepneys and market stalls take cash only, and drivers often need small change for the fare. Withdraw cash in town before you head up to the hillside sights.Money and costs
- Take the bus from Manila and allow a long dayThe road from the lowlands climbs steep switchbacks, and traffic on the approach can add hours. Leave early in the day so you arrive before dark.Getting around
- Load mobile data before you go upMobile signal can be weak on the winding roads and at some viewpoints. Save offline maps and your hotel address before you leave the lowlands.Phones and eSIM
- Pack a warm layer for the eveningsBaguio sits at about 1,500 m, so nights are cool year-round and cold from December to February. A light jacket is enough for most visitors.
- Book a room early for Panagbenga in FebruaryPanagbenga, the flower festival held in February, draws large crowds and fills hotels. Book your room before you buy a bus ticket.Festivals
Things to do in Baguio
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Need to know
- Currency
- Philippine peso (PHP)
- Entry
- Visa-free short stays for many passports; check your passport first Read more
- Emergency
- 911 for police, fire or ambulance nationwide
- Tipping
- Not expected; round up or leave small change
- Time
- UTC+8, no daylight saving
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Best
- JanuaryPartly cloudy10 rainy daysHigh24°Low15°Cool, dryJanuaryPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 24°
- Low
- 15°
- Precipitation
- 61 mm
- Rainy days
- 10
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, dry
- FebruaryPartly cloudy10 rainy daysHigh24°Low15°PanagbengaFebruaryPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 24°
- Low
- 15°
- Precipitation
- 49 mm
- Rainy days
- 10
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Panagbenga
- MarchRain16 rainy daysHigh26°Low16°Dry, warmMarchRain
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 16°
- Precipitation
- 83 mm
- Rainy days
- 16
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, warm
- AprilRain20 rainy daysHigh26°Low17°Hot, dryAprilRain
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 17°
- Precipitation
- 132 mm
- Rainy days
- 20
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, dry
- MayRain27 rainy daysHigh27°Low18°Rains startMayRain
- High
- 27°
- Low
- 18°
- Precipitation
- 326 mm
- Rainy days
- 27
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Rains start
- JuneRain29 rainy daysHigh26°Low18°Rainy seasonJuneRain
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 18°
- Precipitation
- 391 mm
- Rainy days
- 29
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Rainy season
- JulyRain30 rainy daysHigh25°Low18°Rainy seasonJulyRain
- High
- 25°
- Low
- 18°
- Precipitation
- 666 mm
- Rainy days
- 30
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Rainy season
- AugustRain30 rainy daysHigh25°Low18°Rainy seasonAugustRain
- High
- 25°
- Low
- 18°
- Precipitation
- 585 mm
- Rainy days
- 30
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Rainy season
- SeptemberRain29 rainy daysHigh26°Low18°Rains endingSeptemberRain
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 18°
- Precipitation
- 476 mm
- Rainy days
- 29
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Rains ending
- OctoberRain26 rainy daysHigh26°Low17°Cool, dryOctoberRain
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 17°
- Precipitation
- 432 mm
- Rainy days
- 26
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, dry
- NovemberRain16 rainy daysHigh26°Low17°Cool, holidaysNovemberRain
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 17°
- Precipitation
- 161 mm
- Rainy days
- 16
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, holidays
- DecemberRain15 rainy daysHigh25°Low16°Cool, dryDecemberRain
Best
- High
- 25°
- Low
- 16°
- Precipitation
- 84 mm
- Rainy days
- 15
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, dry
Average daily high and low in Baguio, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Baguio
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 28°
- Humidity
- 91%
- Wind
- 6 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 100%
Baguio
05:56 AM
Tuesday, November 3
- Today25°16°100%Tuesday: Drizzle. High 25°, Low 16°. Chance of rain 100%.
- Wed25°15°100%Wednesday: Drizzle. High 25°, Low 15°. Chance of rain 100%.
- Thu24°12°18%Thursday: Fog. High 24°, Low 12°. Chance of rain 18%.
- Fri25°12°41%Friday: Fog. High 25°, Low 12°. Chance of rain 41%.
- Sat26°12°73%Saturday: Drizzle. High 26°, Low 12°. Chance of rain 73%.
- Sun26°16°86%Sunday: Partly cloudy. High 26°, Low 16°. Chance of rain 86%.
- Mon26°15°88%Monday: Drizzle. High 26°, Low 15°. Chance of rain 88%.
Updated 05:44 AM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 63.7 PHP
Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
Day trips by train
- La Trinidadabout 30 to 45 min by roadStrawberry farms and the provincial market, an easy half day from the city.
- Sagadaabout 6 to 7 hours by busLimestone caves, rice terraces and hanging coffins in a quiet mountain village.
- Banaue Rice Terracesabout 5 to 7 hours by roadTerraced rice fields carved into the mountainside, best seen on a dedicated trip.
Before you go to Baguio
Rules for Baguio, checked
- Check whether your passport qualifies for visa-free entry with the Bureau of Immigration before you book, since eligibility depends on nationality.Source
- Declare cash and currency above the legal limit on arrival; check the current threshold with the Bureau of Customs before you travel.
- Ask permission before photographing people at local markets and in the villages around Baguio, and follow the guidance of your guide or host.
Plan around Baguio
Regions, entry rules, transport and money for a Philippines trip
Read the guideFestivalsPanagbenga and other events that change hotel prices and crowds
Read the guideGetting aroundBuses from Manila, jeepneys and taxis in the hills
Read the guideMoney and costsCash, cards and typical daily prices in pesos
Read the guideVisas and entryWho can enter visa-free and what to check before you fly
Read the guideWhere to stayAreas to base yourself, from the town center to the parks
Read the guideBaguio FAQ
How many days do you need in Baguio?
Two nights cover Burnham Park, Session Road and a viewpoint such as Mines View Park. Add a day if you want Camp John Hay or a day trip to La Trinidad.
When is the best time to visit Baguio?
December to February for cool, dry weather, with February busy because of Panagbenga. June to October is the rainy season, with heavy rain and possible road disruption.
Is Baguio worth visiting?
Yes if you want cool air, pine forest and hill views after time in the lowlands. It works best as a two or three day stop rather than a long stay.
How do you get from Manila to Baguio?
Take a bus from Manila; the trip is long and the road climbs steeply, so traffic on the approach can add hours. Book a seat for daytime travel if you can.
Do you need a car in Baguio?
Usually not. Taxis and jeepneys cover the city, but day trips to nearby towns are easier with a driver or a tour.