Codcod
Province of Negros Occidental · Philippines
Codcod lies in Western Visayas, Philippines. By our climate data, the best time to visit is March–April. The warmest month is May, with average highs of 31°C (88°F); the sea is warmest in June at about 30°C (85°F).
The best months to visit are March–April.
The sea is warmest in June, at about 30°C (85°F).
Swimming season (water ≥ 21 °C): January–December.
May is the hottest month, with highs around 31°C (88°F).
February is the coldest month, with lows around 19°C (66°F).
The wettest month is July, with rain on about 18 days.
April is the sunniest month, with about 8.1 hours of sunshine a day.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 30°
- Humidity
- 88%
- Wind
- 8 km/h W
- Gusts
- 26 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 100%
- Pressure
- 1011 hPa
- UV index
- 0 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 05:36 / 17:26
Next 48 hours
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Best time to visit Codcod
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 | 28° | 28° | 29° | 31° | 31° | 30° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 28° |
| Average low | 19° | 19° | 20° | 21° | 22° | 21° | 21° | 21° | 21° | 21° | 21° | 20° |
| Sea temperature | 27° | 27° | 28° | 29° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 28° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 137 | 76 | 87 | 76 | 197 | 261 | 297 | 241 | 261 | 280 | 250 | 187 |
| Rain days | 11 | 9 | 7 | 7 | 10 | 17 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 14 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 5.9 | 6.2 | 7.2 | 8.1 | 7.2 | 5.9 | 5.5 | 5.4 | 5.5 | 5.8 | 5.7 | 5.7 |
| Daylight (h) | 11.6 | 11.8 | 12 | 12.3 | 12.6 | 12.7 | 12.7 | 12.5 | 12.2 | 11.9 | 11.6 | 11.5 |
| Humidity (%) | 81 | 80 | 77 | 75 | 77 | 81 | 83 | 82 | 82 | 82 | 82 | 82 |
| Wind (km/h) | 13 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 12 |
| Go score | 79 | 83 | 89 | 91 | 82 | 67 | 66 | 67 | 66 | 67 | 70 | 74 |
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 Codcod, month by month
When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.
Rainy season: May–December Dry season: January–April (Based on average monthly rainfall)
| Activities | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beach & swimming | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Sightseeing & city walks | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Hiking | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Diving & snorkelling | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair |
| Photography & sunsets | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair |
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.
- Hiking — Good: highs of 10–24 °C and few rain days; a wider window with trails or national parks nearby.
- 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 Western Visayas: May–December · Wettest month: July Month by month
Typhoon season in Codcod
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 monthCodcod: 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.
June–October
- Jun67
- Jul66
- Aug67
- Sep66
- Oct67
An estimate: months with a go score of 60 or more and below-average tourist numbers.
Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices
Codcod: sea water temperature
January–December
Average sea temperature by month
About this data: Sea temperature
Nearby beaches & coastal towns
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Codcod: 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 ≈ 63.5 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₱380≈ $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
27 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M6.7 (2012).
How to get to Codcod
Nearest airports
- BCDBacolod-Silay International AirportBacolod City43 km
- CEBMactan Cebu International AirportCebu City/Lapu-Lapu City82 km
- ILOIloilo International AirportCabatuan92 km
- TAGBohol-Panglao International AirportPanglao114 km
- DGTSibulan AirportDumaguete City126 km
- RXSRoxas AirportRoxas City137 km
Distances
- Manila522 km 9 h 03 · 1 h 19
- Quezon City523 km 9 h 04 · 1 h 19
- Davao458 km 7 h 56 · 1 h 14
- Caloocan527 km 9 h 08 · 1 h 20
- Taguig509 km 8 h 50 · 1 h 18
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Hotels in Codcod
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Codcod?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Codcod is March–April.
What is the weather like in Codcod in October?
In October, Codcod averages a high of 29°C (84°F) and a low of 21°C (69°F), with 280 mm of rain on about 18 days.
How warm is the sea in Codcod?
The sea is warmest in June (about 30°C (85°F)). Swimming season: January–December.
What is the rainiest month in Codcod?
July, with rain on about 18 days.
What is the nearest airport to Codcod?
Bacolod-Silay International Airport (BCD), about 43 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 Codcod most crowded?
The busiest months are March–April.
When is Codcod least crowded?
The quietest months are June–November.
When is the best time to visit Codcod without the crowds?
January–February and May: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Codcod in?
Asia/Manila (UTC+8).
What is the population of Codcod?
About 13,026.