Albay, Philippines · Updated 2h ago · 13.1391°, 123.7438° · Asia/Manila
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Today's tide times for Legazpi (Saturday, October 17, 2026): low tide at 2:25 AM (0.23 m), high tide at 9:00 AM (0.98 m), low tide at 2:10 PM (0.64 m) and high tide at 8:10 PM (1.15 m).
Sea level in Legazpi now: about 1.04 m and falling (as of 10:00 PM local time).
Tomorrow (Sunday, October 18): low tide at 3:30 AM (0.33 m), high tide at 10:30 AM (0.91 m), low tide at 3:15 PM (0.75 m) and high tide at 9:06 PM (1.05 m).
Times are local (Asia/Manila). Predictions from the Open-Meteo marine model — not for navigation.
| Time | Tide | Temp | Rain | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 AM | 0.5m | 25° | 0.1 | 14 NE | 0 |
| 1 AM | 0.3m | 24° | 3.5 | 13 NE | 0 |
| 2 AM | 0.2m | 24° | 1.7 | 17 NE | 0 |
| 3 AM | 0.2m | 24° | 1.2 | 16 NE | 0 |
| 4 AM | 0.3m | 24° | 0.4 | 16 NE | 0 |
| 5 AM | 0.5m | 24° | 0.3 | 16 NE | 0 |
| 6 AM | 0.7m | 24° | 0.1 | 18 NE | 0 |
| 7 AM | 0.8m | 25° | 0.2 | 19 NE | 1 |
| 8 AM | 0.9m | 26° | 0.3 | 18 NE | 2 |
| 9 AM | 1.0m | 27° | 0.3 | 21 NE | 4 |
| 10 AM | 0.9m | 28° | 0.2 | 19 NE | 6 |
| 11 AM | 0.9m | 29° | 0.2 | 20 NE | 7 |
| 12 PM | 0.8m | 30° | 0.1 | 20 NE | 8 |
| 1 PM | 0.7m | 30° | 0 | 20 NE | 8 |
| 2 PM | 0.6m | 29° | 0 | 21 NE | 6 |
| 3 PM | 0.7m | 29° | 0.1 | 21 NE | 5 |
| 4 PM | 0.7m | 28° | 0.2 | 18 NE | 2 |
| 5 PM | 0.9m | 27° | 0.1 | 15 NE | 1 |
| 6 PM | 1.0m | 27° | 0.1 | 14 NE | 0 |
| 7 PM | 1.1m | 26° | 0.3 | 14 NE | 0 |
| 8 PM | 1.1m | 26° | 0.2 | 17 NE | 0 |
| 9 PM | 1.1m | 26° | 0.4 | 13 NE | 0 |
| 10 PM | 1.0m | 26° | 0.4 | 15 NE | 0 |
| 11 PM | 0.9m | 25° | 0.5 | 15 NE | 0 |
Legazpi City lies on the southeastern coast of Luzon, at the base of Albay Gulf — a sheltered body of water opening into the Philippine Sea. Mayon Volcano, one of the most active volcanoes in the world with a near-perfect cone, dominates the landscape to the north and is visible from virtually every point along the waterfront. The coastline combines black volcanic sand beaches with fishing ports. Cagraray Island sits offshore, and the nearby Lagonoy Gulf is accessible by boat from this area.
The tidal regime here is mixed semidiurnal, consistent with most of the Philippine coast facing the Pacific side. Daily tidal range is typically 0.9 to 1.5 meters. Albay Gulf's orientation provides moderate shelter from Pacific swells, though typhoon-generated surges can still be significant given the low-lying nature of the coastal plain between the city and the volcano slopes.
The amihan season (December–May) brings drier, cooler conditions and is the preferred window for visiting. March and April are particularly clear, offering the best views of Mayon's cone from the waterfront. The habagat (June–November) brings persistent rain and frequent typhoons — Albay is among the most typhoon-affected provinces in the Philippines, routinely receiving multiple landfalls or near-misses per season. Visiting during habagat is possible but requires close attention to weather advisories.
Mayon Volcano's alert level directly affects coastal access in some areas — volcanic activity can trigger lahars (volcanic mudflows) that reach the coast through river channels, particularly after heavy rain. Check the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) alert status before coastal activities near the volcano's southeastern flank. Swimming conditions in the gulf are generally safe during the dry season; boat operators should be consulted about conditions before offshore trips.
Legazpi offers a rare combination of maritime and volcanic scenery. The ATV rides on Mayon's lava fields are popular, but the coast itself has attractions: the Cagsawa Ruins, partially buried by a historic eruption, sit within view of both the volcano and the sea plain. Diving sites around Cagraray Island include walls, coral gardens, and some wreck diving. The local seafood market in Legazpi port is one of the more active fish landing areas in the Bicol region, making the food scene closely tied to the daily catch.
High tide in Legazpi today is at 9:00 AM (0.98 m) and 8:10 PM (1.15 m).
Low tide in Legazpi today is at 2:25 AM (0.23 m) and 2:10 PM (0.64 m).
Tomorrow (Sunday, October 18) high tide in Legazpi is at 10:30 AM (0.91 m) and 9:06 PM (1.05 m).
As of 10:00 PM local time, the sea level in Legazpi is about 1.04 m relative to mean sea level and falling.
The current sea surface temperature near Legazpi is approximately 30.1°C.
Current conditions in Legazpi: 26°C air temperature, UV index 0, wind 15 km/h. Check the detailed forecast above for the full picture.
The current UV index in Legazpi is 0. UV levels are moderate.