Coron, Philippines: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
Traveling to Coron, Philippines? If you're planning to go to Coron, below is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Coron
- Important essentials for Coron
- Activities for Coron
- Coron in January: weather and what to pack
- Coron in February: weather and what to pack
- Coron in March: weather and what to pack
- Coron in April: weather and what to pack
- Coron in May: weather and what to pack
- Coron in June: weather and what to pack
- Coron in July: weather and what to pack
- Coron in August: weather and what to pack
- Coron in September: weather and what to pack
- Coron in October: weather and what to pack
- Coron in November: weather and what to pack
- Coron 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 Coron, Philippines
Based on the climate and weather in Coron, the best time to go is February. See below for details.
Important essentials for Coron, Philippines
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Coron, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection you can have.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards frequently become worn. An unreadable card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is a good TSA-friendly option.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas of this country may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to bring a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a excellent option.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Airplane or car necessities
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A, B and C. This one should be sufficient for most locations, but you should check with your hotel.
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Coron. 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.
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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For families with young children
What to wear/what to pack for Coron, Philippines by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you go to Coron in January, you will notice that it can be very hot and dry with little rain. Expect it to rain once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunglasses
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also filters contaminants:
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Waterproof sandals
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Loose-fit shorts
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Bug repellent
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Skirts
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
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If you're going to the beach
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A rain jacket to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants can be essential in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is a great option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We recommend:
February
February here is really hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
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Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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If you're going to the beach
March
March here can be sweltering and dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also filters contaminants:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
April
If you visit Coron during April, you might see that it is really hot and dry with little rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 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 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be essential in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We recommend:
May
If you vacation in Coron during May, you will probably see that it is consistently hot and somewhat stormy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 80s F (high 20s C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and guard against UV rays:
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also filters dangerous contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We like:
June
In June, Coron can be sweltering, somewhat rainy and somewhat stormy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 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 Coron, with several of the days of the month having rain. In June, humidity reaches as high as 80%.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against skin damage:
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We suggest:
July
If you vacation in Coron during July, you will probably see that it is extremely hot and very rainy. 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 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:
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also filters dangerous contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We like:
August
August in this region is pretty consistently hot and very rainy. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also filters contaminants:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We like:
September
If you visit Coron during September, you may find that it is extremely hot and very rainy. 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 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:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also filters harmful contaminants:
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We recommend:
October
Traveling to Coron in October, you will notice that it is consistently hot and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also removes harmful contaminants:
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
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 are essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We like:
November
If you visit Coron during November, you might find that it is constantly hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 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 around 80 during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.
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:
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
Bug repellent
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We like:
December
If you go to Coron in December, you will notice that it can be very hot and dry with little rain. Expect it to rain occasionally. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also removes harmful contaminants:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and protect you from UV rays:
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We suggest:
Activities for Coron, Philippines
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Coron.
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