Basing
Province of Pangasinan · Philippines
Basing lies in Ilocos, Philippines. By our climate data, the best time to visit is December–January. The warmest month is April, with average highs of 35°C (94°F); the sea is warmest in June at about 30°C (86°F).
The best months to visit are December–January.
The sea is warmest in June, at about 30°C (86°F).
Swimming season (water ≥ 21 °C): January–December.
April is the hottest month, with highs around 35°C (94°F).
January is the coldest month, with lows around 21°C (70°F).
The wettest month is August, with rain on about 25 days.
April is the sunniest month, with about 9.2 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 80% of places in Philippines.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 36°
- Humidity
- 67%
- Wind
- 4 km/h N
- Gusts
- 23 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 92%
- Pressure
- 1013 hPa
- UV index
- 5 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 05:55 / 17:29
Next 48 hours
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Best time to visit Basing
Average conditions for each month, from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Climate | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 31° | 32° | 33° | 35° | 34° | 33° | 32° | 31° | 31° | 32° | 31° | 31° |
| Average low | 21° | 22° | 23° | 24° | 25° | 25° | 24° | 24° | 24° | 24° | 23° | 22° |
| Sea temperature | 27° | 27° | 28° | 29° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 28° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 9 | 9 | 26 | 60 | 242 | 355 | 531 | 664 | 407 | 208 | 71 | 21 |
| Rain days | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 13 | 18 | 23 | 25 | 20 | 12 | 6 | 2 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 8.1 | 8.6 | 8.8 | 9.2 | 7.7 | 6.4 | 6.3 | 5.2 | 6 | 6.8 | 7.5 | 7.2 |
| Daylight (h) | 11.3 | 11.6 | 12 | 12.5 | 12.9 | 13.1 | 13 | 12.7 | 12.2 | 11.7 | 11.4 | 11.2 |
| Humidity (%) | 74 | 72 | 71 | 70 | 75 | 82 | 84 | 87 | 85 | 80 | 78 | 75 |
| Wind (km/h) | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 9 | 7 | 8 |
| Go score | 99 | 93 | 84 | 74 | 59 | 55 | 62 | 65 | 63 | 74 | 89 | 97 |
The go score (0–100) favours daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, plenty of sunshine and few rainy days.
Climate normals: WorldClim 2.1 (1970–2000) · CRU CL 2.0 (1961–1990) About this data: Climate normals
What to do in Basing, month by month
When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.
Rainy season: May–October Dry season: November–April (Based on average monthly rainfall)
| Activities | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beach & swimming | Good | Good | Good | Good | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Good | Good |
| Sightseeing & city walks | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair |
| Diving & snorkelling | Good | Good | Good | Good | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Good | Good |
| Photography & sunsets | Good | Good | Good | Good | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good | Good |
Good Fair Poor · Estimated from long-term averages of temperature, rain days, sunshine and sea temperature.
How each activity is rated
- Beach & swimming — Good: sea ≥ 24 °C, highs ≥ 26 °C and at most 6 rain days (or under 40 mm of rain in the month). Fair: sea ≥ 21 °C, highs ≥ 23 °C and at most 10 rain days (or under 80 mm).
- Sightseeing & city walks — Good: highs of 15–27 °C and few rain days. Fair: 11–33 °C.
- Diving & snorkelling — Good: sea ≥ 25 °C in a dry spell. Fair: ≥ 22 °C, or ≥ 20 °C near known dive sites.
- Photography & sunsets — Good: at least 7 hours of sunshine a day and few rain days. Fair: 5 hours or more.
Rainy season in the Philippines: May–December · Wettest month: August Month by month
Typhoon season in Basing
How often tropical storms come close, by month — long-term averages, not a forecast.
Averages of 1991–2025 · Everything here is a long-term average, not a forecast. For storms that are active now, follow the official warning centre: PAGASA (pagasa.dost.gov.ph) · Japan Meteorological Agency (jma.go.jp)
Philippines: month by monthBasing: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Best value months
Good weather, fewer visitors, usually lower prices.
July–September
- Jul62
- Aug65
- Sep63
An estimate: months with a go score of 60 or more and below-average tourist numbers.
Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices
Basing: sea water temperature
January–December
Average sea temperature by month
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Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Basing: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices: what to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 220 V · 60 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the right
Philippine Peso
PHP · ₱
1 USD ≈ 63.7 PHP
- Languages
- English, Filipino
- Calling code
- +63
- Emergency911
- Meal, casual restaurant₱555≈ $8.70
- Cappuccino₱145≈ $2.30
- Beer (0.5 l)₱210≈ $3.30
- Bottled water (1.5 l)₱68.00≈ $1.10
- Taxi, 5 km₱385≈ $6.00
- Public transport ticket₱73.00≈ $1.10
- Mid-range hotel, per night₱5,100≈ $80.00
Estimated from Philippines’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 36% of US levels.
- Oct 31All Saints' Day Eve
- Nov 1All Saints' Day
- Nov 30Bonifacio Day
- Dec 8Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary
- Dec 24Christmas Eve
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Dec 30Rizal Day
116 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M7.7 (1990).
How to get to Basing
Nearest airports
- CRKClark International Airport / Clark Air BaseMabalacat94 km
- SFSSubic Bay International Airport / Naval Air Station Cubi PointOlongapo132 km
- MNLNinoy Aquino International AirportManila (Pasay)183 km
- CYZCauayan AirportCauayan City190 km
- TUGTuguegarao AirportTuguegarao City241 km
- LAOLaoag International AirportLaoag City245 km
Distances
- Manila172 km 2 h 58
- Quezon City171 km 2 h 57
- Davao1,149 km 19 h 55 · 2 h 07
- Caloocan166 km 2 h 53
- Taguig184 km 3 h 12
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Hotels in Basing
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Wildlife around here
The species recorded most often within 25 km, and the months they’re seen.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Basing?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Basing is December–January.
What is the weather like in Basing in October?
In October, Basing averages a high of 32°C (89°F) and a low of 24°C (75°F), with 208 mm of rain on about 12 days.
How warm is the sea in Basing?
The sea is warmest in June (about 30°C (86°F)). Swimming season: January–December.
What is the rainiest month in Basing?
August, with rain on about 25 days.
What is the nearest airport to Basing?
Clark International Airport / Clark Air Base (CRK), about 94 km away.
What power plugs are used in Philippines?
Plug types A, B, C, at 220 V.
What currency is used in Philippines?
Philippine Peso (PHP).
What is the emergency number in Philippines?
911.
Is Philippines safe to visit?
US travel advisory: Exercise increased caution. UK travel advice: Advises against all travel to parts of the country.
When is Basing most crowded?
The busiest months are December–February.
When is Basing least crowded?
The quietest months are May–July.
When is the best time to visit Basing without the crowds?
March: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Basing in?
Asia/Manila (UTC+8).
What is the population of Basing?
About 2,367.