Cebu Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Cebu is a major city in the Philippines, located on the island of Cebu and in the province of the same name. The coastal part of the city is fairly flat, but inland areas can reach altitudes of up to 800 meters (2,625 feet).
Cebu has a tropical climate, with fairly consistent temperatures throughout the year. The winter months are relatively dry, while the rest of the year sees frequent rainfall. Average annual precipitation exceeds 1500 mm (59 in). Tropical storms and typhoons can occur, particularly in the second half of the year. The average annual temperature is around 28°C (82°F).
On average, low temperatures stay around 22°C (72°F), while highs reach about 32°C (90°F). May is typically the hottest month. Cebu tends to remain wet and humid year-round, with humidity levels hovering around 80% for most of the year.
Monthly Temperature in Cebu
The temperature in Cebu remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C (88°F) in May. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 29°C (84°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 26°C (79°F) in May to 25°C (77°F) in February.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Cebu
Cebu has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2015 mm (79 in) of rainfall annually. Cebu can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 231 mm (9.1 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (April), you will experience much drier conditions, with 86 mm (3.4 in) of precipitation spread across 6 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Cebu Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Humidity in Cebu by Month
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 84%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 77%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Cebu
The mean wind speed varies between 2 m/s (4 knots) and 2 m/s (4 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December and highest during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Cebu 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Cebu
Cebu has warm weather with temperatures ranging from 29°C (84°F) to 31°C (88°F) throughout the year. The best time to visit is during April, when rainfall is at its lowest, making it a great time for sightseeing and exploring all the place has to offer.For a more comfortable experience, start your day early when the weather is cooler, or take advantage of the gentle breezes in the late afternoon.
The rainy season occurs during January, June, July, September, October, November and December, when the area experiences its heaviest rainfall. Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.
