The Philippines is one of the most famous holiday destinations among tourists. One of the most popular tourist destinations in the Philippines is Dipolog. It is a 3rd class city and capital of the province of Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines. According to the 2015 census, it has a population of 130,759 people.

Best time to fly from Ozamiz to Dipolog

The busiest month for tourism in Dipolog, the Philippines is in January, followed by September and May. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Dipolog in June. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Main airports available in Ozamiz and Dipolog

Ozamiz International Airport (OZC) - is an airport serving the general area of the city of Ozamiz in the Philippines. It is the only airport in the province of Misamis Occidental. The airport is classified as a community airport by the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines, a body of the Department of Transportation that is responsible for the operations of not only this airport but also of all other airports in the Philippines except the major international airports. It is one of only two community airports in the Philippines with commercial operations, but one of the busiest in Mindanao in terms of flights and passenger traffic. The airport takes its name from its location, the barangay of Labo in Ozamiz. Ozamiz-Labo Airport also serves the cities of Oroquieta and Tangub, some municipalities of Zamboanga del Sur, Lanao del Norte and some parts of Lanao del Sur.

Dipolog International Airport (DPL) - Dipolog Airport is the main airport serving the general area of Dipolog, the capital city of Zamboanga del Norte, in the Philippines. The airport is one of the busiest in Mindanao, especially considering its classification. It is classified as a secondary airport by the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP), a body of the Department of Transportation (DOTr) responsible for the operations of airports in the Philippines except for the major international ones. In 2005, the airport handled 75,751 passengers. Its passenger traffic has grown at least 52% from the year 2000 statistical figures with an average annual growth rate of around 10.4%.

Climate pattern in Ozamiz and Dipolog

Average temperatures in Dipolog vary barely at all. The temperatures feel hot all year with a chance of rain throughout most of the year. The area is far less temperate than some. If you're looking for the very warmest time to visit Dipolog, the hottest months are May, April, and June. The warmest time of year is generally early April where highs are regularly around 90.6°F (32.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 77°F (25°C) at night. If dry weather is what you're after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Dipolog are March, April and then February. Dipolog has some very humid months and high humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is April (79.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (84.4%).

Wind in Dipolog is usually calm. The windiest month is September, followed by March and February. September’s average wind speed of around 3.3 knots (3.8 MPH or 6.1 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid to late September where average top sustained speeds reach 8.8 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Highlights attractions in Dipolog

• Dipolog Boulevard - Dipolog Sunset Boulevard, or Foreshore Development and Wellness Center, is an esplanade in Dipolog, the Philippines along a 1.6 kilometers stretch of foreshore spanning from Sta. Cruz of Barangay Central to Purok Bularan of Barangay Miputak. It is equipped with basketball courts and the playground part. It is also the site of the annual "Pagsalabuk Festival" and motor company trade shows. There are two commercial buildings augmenting the presently existing restaurants, bars, and many foods and beverage peddlers.
• Masskara Festivals - eat all you want here! So many delicious seafoods to try. A must try - tinolang diwit-diwit (a soup-based dish featuring swordfish and flavored with fish sauce, ginger and onions).
• Galas Beach - this is a favorite among skimboarding enthusiasts. Olingan Beach has some of the best dive sites, while the 7-kilometer-long Sicayab Beach is where most go to jet ski and snorkel. All three also attract amateur surfers during the monsoon season, when waves rise to 4 meters. Dipolog is also a jump-off point to the white-sand beaches in the area, including the famous Dakak Beach and the low-key but stunning Aliguay Island and Silinog Island.