Tacloban City Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Tacloban City, Visayas, Philippines. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Tacloban City has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2276 mm (90 in) of rainfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct rainy season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The seasons in Tacloban City, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 274 mm (11 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 22 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, April, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 106 mm (4.2 in) over 14 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Tacloban City Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Philippines: City Comparison

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Philippines. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Tacloban City vs World: Rainfall Compared

Tacloban City's average annual precipitation is 2276 mm (90 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.

Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Tacloban City:

• Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
• Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.

• "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
• The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
• The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.

For more detailed information about Tacloban City's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Tacloban City Climate page.