Cebu City, Philippines Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Cebu City
Weather in Cebu City is shaped by its tropical rainforest climate - expect steady heat, high humidity and frequent downpours in every month. May afternoons typically reach 87°F (31°C), while January highs hover near 83°F (28°C). Annual precipitation averages 99.7 inches (2533 mm) over about 278 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: May - highs near 87°F (31°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 83°F (28°C)
- Record high: 96°F (36°C) · Record low: 69°F (21°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: October (28 rainy days) · Sunniest: April (11.2 h sun/day)
- Climate type: tropical rainforest - steady heat, high humidity and frequent downpours in every month
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on May. Highs average 87°F (31°C) and overnight lows stay near 79°F (26°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 83°F (28°C) and lows around 76°F (24°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 96°F (36°C) and dropped as low as 69°F (21°C).
Rain, sun and snow
October is usually the wettest month. It brings about 11.9 inches (301 mm) of rain over 28 days, while March is the driest. April brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.2 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 83° | 76° | 21 | 8.4 in | 9.1 h/day | 84% |
| February | 83° | 76° | 16 | 4.8 in | 10.2 h/day | 82% |
| March | 85° | 76° | 14 | 4.0 in | 11.0 h/day | 80% |
| April | 87° | 78° | 17 | 4.3 in | 11.2 h/day | 80% |
| May | 87° | 79° | 25 | 8.0 in | 11.1 h/day | 83% |
| June | 86° | 78° | 27 | 11.0 in | 10.1 h/day | 86% |
| July | 85° | 78° | 27 | 10.9 in | 9.3 h/day | 85% |
| August | 86° | 78° | 25 | 8.4 in | 10.0 h/day | 84% |
| September | 85° | 78° | 26 | 9.7 in | 9.5 h/day | 85% |
| October | 85° | 77° | 28 | 11.9 in | 9.1 h/day | 86% |
| November | 85° | 77° | 26 | 8.8 in | 9.5 h/day | 86% |
| December | 84° | 77° | 26 | 9.4 in | 9.1 h/day | 86% |
Cebu City month by month
Cebu City weather in January
January brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 21 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Cebu City.
Cebu City weather in February
February brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 16 wet days.
Cebu City weather in March
March brings highs around 85°F (29°C), lows near 76°F (25°C), about 14 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Cebu City.
Cebu City weather in April
April brings highs around 87°F (30°C), lows near 78°F (25°C), about 17 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Cebu City.
Cebu City weather in May
May brings highs around 87°F (31°C), lows near 79°F (26°C), about 25 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Cebu City.
Cebu City weather in June
June brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 78°F (26°C), about 27 wet days.
Cebu City weather in July
July brings highs around 85°F (29°C), lows near 78°F (26°C), about 27 wet days.
Cebu City weather in August
August brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 78°F (26°C), about 25 wet days.
Cebu City weather in September
September brings highs around 85°F (30°C), lows near 78°F (25°C), about 26 wet days.
Cebu City weather in October
October brings highs around 85°F (29°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 28 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Cebu City.
Cebu City weather in November
November brings highs around 85°F (29°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 26 wet days.
Cebu City weather in December
December brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 26 wet days.
Seasons in Cebu City
March through May
March through May in Cebu City runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 86°F (30°C) and nights around 78°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 56 days across the season. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
June through August
June through August in Cebu City is hot, with daytime highs averaging 85°F (30°C) and nights around 78°F (26°C); expect showers on roughly 80 days across the season.
September through November
September through November in Cebu City is hot, with daytime highs averaging 85°F (29°C) and nights around 77°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 80 days across the season.
December through February
December through February in Cebu City is hot, with daytime highs averaging 83°F (28°C) and nights around 76°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 62 days across the season.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Cebu City
The best time to visit Cebu City is generally December to March, when these months combine the driest skies with the most comfortable heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 83°F (29°C).
Pack for Cebu City with lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sun protection for the hot months; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature; moisture-wicking fabrics to cope with the humidity. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - May nights average 79°F (26°C).
Cebu City temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.