Boracay, Philippines: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Boracay (in the Philippines) is considered by many to be one of the best island beaches in the entire world.
If you're lucky enough to be visiting Boracay, I have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Boracay
- Important essentials for Boracay
- Activities for Boracay
- Boracay in January: weather and what to pack
- Boracay in February: weather and what to pack
- Boracay in March: weather and what to pack
- Boracay in April: weather and what to pack
- Boracay in May: weather and what to pack
- Boracay in June: weather and what to pack
- Boracay in July: weather and what to pack
- Boracay in August: weather and what to pack
- Boracay in September: weather and what to pack
- Boracay in October: weather and what to pack
- Boracay in November: weather and what to pack
- Boracay in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Boracay, Philippines
Boracay is at its best in the dry season, with March being our favorite month to go. The calm waters in the White Beach area make it perfect for a relaxing vacation.
And if you're up for more adventure, you can venture over to the other beaches, where winds and waves are stronger. See below for details.
Important essentials for Boracay, Philippines
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Boracay, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards may get worn. An unreadable vaccine card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.
Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly product.
Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
General health necessities
Emergency water purifier
Some areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's important to have an emergency water purifier like this one.
Travel first aid kit
This one is a superb kit.
Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Boracay. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some more rural areas you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone.
Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A, B and C. This one works in most areas, but you may want to check with your hotel.
For families with young children
Airplane or car necessities
What to wear/what to pack for Boracay, Philippines by month
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January
In January, Boracay is pretty consistently hot, somewhat rainy and very hazy. This is a pretty good time to visit White beach. Temperatures routinely are in the low 80s F (high 20s C) and 5-10 days this month jump into the 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Boracay, with several of the days of the month having rain. In January, humidity reaches as high as 80%.
What to wear/what to pack:
Breathable footwear or sandals
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Short pants or heavy shorts
Bug repellent
Sandals
Light skirts
Sunscreen lotion
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
Extra socks
White Beach necessities
If you're going to White beach:
A rain coat to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
Rain pants
These will be vital in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We suggest:
February
February is a nice time to visit Boracay, with perfect beach weather and calm waters; you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot and somewhat hazy. Expect it to rain sometimes. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunglasses
Skirts
Waterproof sandals
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
Bug repellent
Loose-fit shorts
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and protect you from the sun:
For the beach
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
Rain pants
These are vital in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We like:
March
March in Boracay is extremely warm, very hazy and dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Waterproof sandals
Sunglasses
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Bug repellent
Loose-fit shorts
Skirts
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
For the beach
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
Rain pants
These will be vital in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We like:
April
During April, you can still enjoy White Beach. It's very hot, somewhat hazy and dry with little rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
Skirts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Bug repellent
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against skin damage:
Waterproof sandals
Loose-fit shorts
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
For the beach
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants will be vital in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We recommend:
May
May is a quasi shoulder season in Boracay, before the rainy season emerges; it is consistently hot and somewhat hazy. Expect it to rain once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Skirts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Bug repellent
Waterproof sandals
Sunglasses
Loose-fit shorts
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
If you're going to the beach
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
Rain pants
These pants can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We suggest:
June
June is the beginning of the rainy season in Boracay, you will notice that it can be sweltering, somewhat rainy and somewhat hazy. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and guard against UV rays:
Skirts
Loose-fit shorts
Waterproof sandals
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Bug repellent
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Things for White beach
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants are vital in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We like:
July
In July, you're in the midst of rainy season, and Boracay can be very hot, rainy and somewhat hazy. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Boracay, with several of the days of the month having rain. In July, humidity reaches as high as 80%.
What to wear/what to pack:
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Bug repellent
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against the sun:
Loose-fit shorts
Sunglasses
Skirts
Waterproof sandals
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
If you're going to the beaches, beware of typhoon danger, and take
A rain coat to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
Rain pants
These pants will be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We recommend:
August
If you visit Boracay during the August rainy season: it's hot, rainy and very hazy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 80 and 90% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
Bug repellent
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Loose-fit shorts
Skirts
Waterproof sandals
If you're going to the beaches during this monsoon season, be careful, and bring
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
Rain pants
These pants will be essential in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We suggest:
September
In September the rainy season comes to an end and you will notice that it is extremely hot, somewhat rainy and somewhat hazy. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Waterproof sandals
Loose-fit shorts
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against skin damage:
Bug repellent
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
Skirts
Sunglasses
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
For the beach
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
Rain pants
These can be vital in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We recommend:
October
In October, the last month of the rainy season, Boracay is extremely warm, somewhat rainy and somewhat hazy. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (high 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Boracay, with several of the days of the month having rain. In October, humidity reaches as high as 90%.
What to wear/what to pack:
Loose-fit shorts
Sunglasses
Bug repellent
Skirts
Waterproof sandals
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
If you're going to the beach
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
Rain pants
These are vital in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We recommend:
November
November is the start of the dry season in Boracay; you might notice that it is extremely warm, somewhat rainy and very hazy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 80 and 90% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
Waterproof sandals
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
Loose-fit shorts
Bug repellent
Skirts
If you're going to the beach
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants will be vital in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We recommend:
December
Boracay gets nice during December, when it's consistently hot, a bit rainy and very hazy. This is a time to start going to White beach again. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 80 and 90% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
Sandals
Breathable footwear or sandals
Short pants or heavy shorts
Bug repellent
Light skirts
Extra socks
Sunscreen lotion
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
White beach necessities
Things to take:
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants can be essential in a rainstorm.
Waterproof phone bag
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We recommend:
Activities for Boracay, Philippines
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Boracay.
If you plan go to White beach, Puka beach, or Bulabog beach, take:
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