Cebu City

Cebu Weather in January

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

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Cebu City Mactan Moalboal Mandaue City

Planning a journey to Cebu, Philippines this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Cebu in January

Cebu, Philippines is a region in Philippines. January in Cebu generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Liloan at 28°C (82°F) to very warm in Moalboal at 30°C (86°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Moalboal and 25°C (77°F) in Liloan. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Cebu, Philippines, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Santander with an average of 134 mm (5.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Cebu City with 168 mm (6.6 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Cebu in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Cebu

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Cebu, Philippines?

Temperature range in Cebu (January)

Precipitation variation in Cebu (January)

Cebu City

In January Cebu City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
239 mm (9.4 in)
168 mm (6.6 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Cebu City →

Mactan

In January Mactan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
228 mm (9 in)
163 mm (6.4 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Mactan →

Moalboal

In January Moalboal generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
216 mm (8.5 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Moalboal →

Mandaue City

In January Mandaue City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
238 mm (9.4 in)
168 mm (6.6 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Mandaue City →

Oslob

In January Oslob generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
191 mm (7.5 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Oslob →

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In our records: Philippines January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Philippines in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Philippines dropped to -10°C (14°F) in Malapascua Island on January 16, 2008.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Philippines was 13°C (55°F) in Baguio on January 18, 1981.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Cebu in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cebu City 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 168 mm (6.6 in)
Mactan 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 163 mm (6.4 in)
Moalboal 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)
Mandaue City 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 168 mm (6.6 in)
Oslob 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 141 mm (5.6 in)
Alcoy 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 155 mm (6.1 in)

Cebu weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cebu, Philippines in January?

January in Cebu, Philippines brings pleasant weather. In Cebu City, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Cebu, Philippines in January?

Average temperatures in Cebu, Philippines during January range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Cebu City.

Does Cebu, Philippines get a lot of rain in January?

Yes. January brings heavy rainfall to Cebu, Philippines, with Cebu City averaging around 168 mm (6.6 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Cebu, Philippines?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Cebu, Philippines. Typically, the climate in Cebu City is pleasant.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January offering mostly pleasant weather in Cebu City. The weather in June, July, September, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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