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Philippines Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Philippines in December.

Are you planning a trip a to Philippines in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Philippines in December

December in Philippines generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Banaue at 23°C (73°F) and very warm in Tagum at 32°C (90°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Tagum and 15°C (59°F) in Banaue. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For a closer look at conditions across Philippines, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Vigan with an average of 35 mm (1.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Casiguran with 408 mm (16 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Manila receives about 152 hours of sunlight in December, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Philippines in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Philippines.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

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Temperature range in Philippines (December)

Precipitation variation in Philippines (December)

Manila

In December Manila generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
154 hours
152 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
7 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Boracay

In December Boracay generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
272 mm (11 in)
300 mm (12 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Puerto Princesa

In December Puerto Princesa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
219 mm (8.6 in)
209 mm (8.2 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
9 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Cebu City

In December Cebu City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
228 mm (9 in)
239 mm (9.4 in)
168 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Panglao City

In December Panglao City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
174 mm (6.9 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Philippines in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Manila 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Boracay 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 300 mm (12 in)
Cebu City 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 239 mm (9.4 in)
Panglao City 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 182 mm (7.2 in)
El Nido 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 186 mm (7.3 in)
Tagaytay 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)

Philippines weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Philippines in December?

Philippines typically experiences unpleasant weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Manila average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Philippines in December?

Average temperatures in Philippines during December range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 31°C (88°F) in Manila.

Does Philippines get a lot of rain in December?

Manila typically receives notable rainfall in December, about 110 mm (4.3 in) on average across Philippines.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Philippines?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Philippines with overall tolerable weather in Manila.

On average, the best time to visit Philippines is in February with generally pleasant weather in Manila. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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