🇵🇭 Manila vs 🇺🇸 Seattle

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Manila

few clouds

80°F

Few Clouds

Feels like 84°F

H 81°F / L 79°F

Humidity: 77%

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Seattle

clear sky

63°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 62°F

H 66°F / L 59°F

Humidity: 61%

Climate Overview

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Manila

Tropical monsoon — hot and humid year-round, dramatic typhoon season

Best monthsNovember, December, January, February
AvoidAugust, September, October (peak typhoon season)
Annual rain83 inches (2,100 mm)

Manila is one of the world's most typhoon-prone cities, experiencing an average of 20 typhoons per year in the Philippines (8–9 making direct landfall). The dry season (November–April) is the safest and most comfortable window.

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Seattle

Seattle's climate is defined by the Puget Sound, the Olympic Mountains to the west, and the Cascades to the east. The rain shadow effect of the Olympics makes Seattle significantly drier than the Washington coast. Summers are glorious (July averages less rainfall than Miami); winters are grey and drizzly but rarely brutal.

Seasonal Comparison

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Manila vs Seattle: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Manila or Seattle have better weather?

Manila and Seattle have very different climates. Tropical monsoon — hot and humid year-round, dramatic typhoon season Seattle: Seattle's climate is defined by the Puget Sound, the Olympic Mountains to the west, and the Cascades. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Manila vs Seattle?

Best time for Manila: November, December, January, February. Best time for Seattle: spring and fall.

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