Lapu-Lapu City Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Lapu-Lapu City.

Climate overview of Lapu-Lapu City

Lapu-Lapu City, Philippines, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 30°C (86°F), peaking in May at 31°C (88°F) and dipping in February to 29°C (84°F).

With around 2047 mm (81 in) of annual rainfall, Lapu-Lapu City has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed — the city has a distinct rainy season from September to December. The wettest month is December.

Lapu-Lapu City Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Lapu-Lapu City — and find the best time to visit.

Monthly Temperature in Lapu-Lapu City

With minimal seasonal shifts, Lapu-Lapu City experiences a constant climate year-round. 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 Lapu-Lapu City

Lapu-Lapu City has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2047 mm (81 in) of rainfall per year. Lapu-Lapu City can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 234 mm (9.2 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.

In contrast, during the driest month (April), you will experience much drier conditions, with 88 mm (3.5 in) of precipitation spread across 6 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Lapu-Lapu City Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

Humidity in Lapu-Lapu City by Month

Wind Speed in Lapu-Lapu City

The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s (4 knots) in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December to 2 m/s (4 knots) in 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)

Data from: Cebu, Philippines (2 KM, 1 Miles).

Best Time to Visit Lapu-Lapu City

With its warm weather, Lapu-Lapu City experiences temperatures from 29°C (84°F) to 31°C (88°F) throughout the year. April offers the driest weather, which makes it a good time to visit.

It's smart to plan your activities during the cooler morning hours or take advantage of the refreshing evenings.

Note that January, June, July, September, October, November and December make up the rainy season, with heavier precipitation expected.

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Frequently asked questions about the climate in Lapu-Lapu City

What is the best time to visit Lapu-Lapu City?

January, February and March typically offer the most optimal weather in Lapu-Lapu City. In contrast, June, July, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions. Lapu-Lapu City has a distinct rainy season from September to December.

What temperatures can I expect in Lapu-Lapu City?

Daytime highs range from 29°C (84°F) in February to 31°C (88°F) in May. Nighttime lows range from 25°C (77°F) to 26°C (79°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.

How much rain does Lapu-Lapu City get?

Annual rainfall is around 2047 mm (81 in). December is the wettest month with 234 mm (9.2 in), while April is the driest with 88 mm (3.5 in).

Lapu-Lapu City 3-Day Forecast

Lapu-Lapu City 3-Day Forecast

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