Cebu City

Cebu Weather in October

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

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Cebu City Mactan Moalboal Mandaue City

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

What to Expect in Cebu in October

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

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Liloan at 30°C (86°F) to very warm in Moalboal at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Moalboal and 26°C (79°F) in Liloan. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Oslob with an average of 192 mm (7.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Moalboal with 233 mm (9.2 in).

Explore Cebu by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Cebu - and find the best time to visit. (based on Cebu City)

January29°C (84°F) February30°C (86°F) March30°C (86°F) April31°C (88°F) May32°C (90°F) June32°C (90°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August31°C (88°F) September31°C (88°F) October31°C (88°F) November31°C (88°F) December30°C (86°F)
Best Time to Visit Cebu →

Best Places to Visit in Cebu in October

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

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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Cebu, Philippines?

Temperature range in Cebu (October)

Precipitation variation in Cebu (October)

Cebu City

In October Cebu City generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
185 mm (7.3 in)
226 mm (8.9 in)
228 mm (9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Cebu City →

Mactan

In October Mactan 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 less favorable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
177 mm (7 in)
212 mm (8.3 in)
213 mm (8.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Mactan →

Moalboal

In October Moalboal generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
250 mm (9.8 in)
233 mm (9.2 in)
192 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Moalboal →

Mandaue City

In October Mandaue City generally has very 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 less favorable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
187 mm (7.4 in)
225 mm (8.9 in)
225 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Mandaue City →

Oslob

In October Oslob 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 mixed that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
172 mm (6.8 in)
192 mm (7.6 in)
181 mm (7.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
good
mixed
mixed
Climate in Oslob →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Cebu, in Philippines.

In our records: Philippines October extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest October day in Philippines brought 494 mm (19 in) in Baguio on October 19, 2015.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cebu City 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 226 mm (8.9 in)
Mactan 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 212 mm (8.3 in)
Moalboal 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 233 mm (9.2 in)
Mandaue City 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 225 mm (8.9 in)
Oslob 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 192 mm (7.6 in)
Alcoy 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 218 mm (8.6 in)

Cebu weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Cebu, Philippines typically experiences less favorable weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Cebu City average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 26°C (79°F) at night.

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

Cebu City averages a daytime maximum of 31°C (88°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 26°C (79°F).

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

Yes. October brings heavy rainfall to Cebu, Philippines, with Cebu City averaging around 226 mm (8.9 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Cebu, Philippines?

In our view, October might not be the best time to travel to Cebu, Philippines with often less favorable weather in Cebu City.

On average, the best time to visit Cebu, Philippines is in January with generally very good weather in Cebu City. In contrast, June, July, September, October, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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