2016 PHP to LKR Historical Review
A comprehensive breakdown of exchange rate performance throughout the year 2016.
2016 PHP to LKR Performance & Market Timing Review
Analysis of key historical highlights and timing insights for 2016
During 2016, the PHP to LKR exchange rate experienced significant fluctuation. The market reached its absolute peak on March 30, valuing the pair at 3.2361. Conversely, the yearly low was recorded on November 24, dropping to 2.9666.
This high-to-low spread represents a total annual volatility of 0.2695 LKR. From a start-to-finish perspective, comparing the January average rate of 3.0315 to the December average rate of 2.9964, the exchange rate registered a net change of -1.16% (reflecting a weakening trend).
Looking at year-over-year peak valuations, the 2016 high of 3.2361 was up 5.11% compared to the 2015 peak of 3.0787, indicating shifts in long-term support levels.
Comparing the value generated converting 250,000 PHP based on timing:
Trend Visualization
Monthly average fluctuations over the course of 2016.
PHP to LKR Seasonal Trends & Volatility Analysis
A structured review of seasonal halves, trading extremes, consecutive streaks, and historical baselines.
Seasonal Halves (H1 vs H2)
SeasonalThe average exchange rate in the first half of the year (H1: Jan–Jun) was 3.1003, compared to 3.0568 in the second half (H2: Jul–Dec). This shows that the rate was stronger in the first half (Jan–Jun) by a margin of 0.0435 points.
Volatility Range Comparison
VolatilityThe most volatile month in 2016 was March, with a trading range of 0.1759 LKR (High: 3.2361 / Low: 3.0602). On the other end, October was the most stable month, with a tight range of 0.0389 LKR (High: 3.0609 / Low: 3.0220).
Growth Streaks & Declines
TrendsBetween February and April, the exchange rate recorded its longest consecutive growth streak of the year, climbing for 2 straight months. Conversely, the sharpest month-over-month decline occurred between August and September, when the average rate fell by 0.0565 points.
Same-Month Historical Baseline
YoY BaselineComparing the current year's strongest month average (March 2016: 3.1234) against the same month in 2015 (average: 2.9908), the exchange rate shifted by +0.1326 (+4.43%).
Monthly Breakdown
Statistical summary for each calendar month.
| Month | High | Low | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3.0819 | 2.9969 | 3.0315 |
| February | 3.0609 | 2.9938 | 3.0271 |
| March | 3.2361 | 3.0602 | 3.1234 |
| April | 3.1904 | 3.1045 | 3.1427 |
| May | 3.1622 | 3.0908 | 3.1289 |
| June | 3.1855 | 3.1059 | 3.1481 |
| July | 3.1360 | 3.0776 | 3.1006 |
| August | 3.1560 | 3.0987 | 3.1233 |
| September | 3.1238 | 3.0298 | 3.0668 |
| October | 3.0609 | 3.0220 | 3.0415 |
| November | 3.0665 | 2.9666 | 3.0120 |
| December | 3.0312 | 2.9757 | 2.9964 |