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San Mateo at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit San Mateo?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
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200
150
Avg 100Avg
50
0
78
Jan
88
Feb
Quietest 48
Mar
142
Apr
Busiest 236
May
160
Jun
106
Jul
81
Aug
56
Sep
62
Oct
89
Nov
58
Dec

May is the busiest month for travellers from Singapore, with demand typically around 136% above a typical month; March is the quietest, roughly 52% quieter — book early for May, while March offers easier availability and fewer crowds. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is San Mateo cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget.

150
140
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110
Priciest S$143 Cheapest S$111
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities typically cost around SGD 111 in March, about 23% below December’s typical price of SGD 143; overall monthly averages sit near SGD 126. March’s lower prices also align with the quieter demand period. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

2 daysLast-minute
3 daysTypical
9 daysEarly

Most travellers book about 3 days ahead, with many last-minute bookings around 2 days and early planners at 9 days — this short lead time means you can be flexible, but consider booking earlier for May’s peak. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about San Mateo

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1USD = 64.03PHP

  • Official languages

What to know before visiting San Mateo

San Mateo at a glance

San Mateo’s busiest bookings come from Outdoor & sports activities, followed by Water activities, so expect days spent on trails, parks and bay-front adventures through the year. Klook booking data shows a clear seasonal rhythm: demand climbs to a strong surge in May and stays high into June, while March and several autumn months quieten noticeably. For travellers weighing activity type versus timing, choose whether you value lively peak-season atmosphere or quieter, more flexible planning. All observations are from Klook booking data.

Best months to plan your trip

May and June are the year’s busiest months, with May showing the largest jump in demand; March is the quietest month according to Klook booking data. Prices move modestly across the year: typical paid amounts on Klook are higher around December and lower around March, and the months of high demand and higher prices don’t always overlap — May has strong demand while December has the priciest typical price. If you want lower prices and smaller crowds, aim for March; for peak-season atmosphere, visit in May or June.

Month Demand Level Typical Price
January Quieter than usual SGD 120
February About average SGD 122
March Very quiet SGD 111
April Peak demand SGD 114
May Peak demand SGD 123
June Peak demand SGD 131
July About average SGD 121
August Quieter than usual SGD 134
September Very quiet SGD 123
October Quieter than usual SGD 130
November About average SGD 139
December Very quiet SGD 143

Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

Tips for travellers from Singapore

Most travellers from Singapore lock experiences in only a few days ahead — typically around 3 days ahead — which gives flexibility for last-minute plans; a minority book as early as nine days out. Because May and June are noticeably busier, consider booking earlier for popular outdoor or water experiences in those months. Use Klook to compare typical prices and secure spots for preferred time slots, and remember Klook booking data shows December tends to have higher typical prices while March tends to be lower, so plan accordingly.

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